It’s Saturday, the coffee’s hot, and we’re talking beef shank today — the cut that turns simple ingredients into slow-simmered magic.
 

This is a comfort food staple around here—perfect for anyone who loves hearty soup, deep flavor, and tender meat that falls off the bone. It's especially great for a rainy day like today.

CROSS-CUT-SHANK

The shank comes from the leg portion of the animal—it's full of muscle, collagen, and flavor, just waiting for a long, low cook.
 

It’s one of those underrated cuts that turns into something incredible with a little time and care.

That beautiful ring of bone in the middle? That’s marrow — melts into the broth as it cooks, adding richness and depth.
 

We cut ours cross-cut, which makes them perfect for Osso Bucco, bone broth, or in this week’s recipe.

If you are looking for real bone broth soup, this is it.
 

Comforting, slow-simmered broth, tender beef, and slurp-worthy noodles.

This is the kind of recipe that makes the house smell amazing and draws people to the table before you even call them.

One note:
On the ranch, "fish sauce" isn't in the cupboard.  I use soy sauce instead.

And yes--you can simmer this in the crock pot (I do).

 Bonus Cuts in Our Beef Shares 

If you’ve ordered a beef share from us (or you’re thinking about it), here’s a little inside scoop:
 

We include beef shanks as a bonus cut in your boxes. Sometimes we call them Osso Bucco or just soup bones — but whatever name we use, they’re the same slow-cooking treasure. It’s our way of making sure you not only fill your freezer, but also feel confident cooking every cut that comes with it.

P.S.
If you liked this recipe, there’s more where that came from. Every cut in our beef shares comes with tips, ideas, and support, so you’ll always know what to do with what’s in your boxes.
 

Got questions or want to talk through what size share is right for your family? Just give us a call — we’re happy to help.