Ingredients: 5 pounds beef shanks, cut; cut 2 inches thick,28 ounces (one big can) crushed tomatoes,2 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice,4 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch dice, Prepared polenta or pasta, for serving,2 cups dry red wine, Kosher salt,3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil,2 onions, cut into 1/2-inch dice, Freshly ground pepper,2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or water
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