Follow these steps for perfect results
pork shanks
extra-virgin olive oil
vin santo
salt
ground black pepper
Season the pork shanks with salt and pepper.
Place olive oil in the slow cooker.
Add the seasoned pork shanks to the slow cooker.
Pour Vin Santo wine over the pork shanks.
Set the slow cooker to high and cook for 4 hours, or until the pork is tender.
Expert advice for the best results
For richer flavor, brown the shanks before adding them to the slow cooker.
Serve with mashed potatoes or polenta.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve the shank whole with sauce drizzled over. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Mashed potatoes
Polenta
Roasted vegetables
Pair with the wine used in the recipe.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Vin Santo is a traditional Italian dessert wine often served with cantucci biscuits.
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