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How Long to Cook Osso Buco (Bone-In Veal Shank Cross-Cuts) in the oven

Specification: 4 bone-in center-cut veal or beef shank cross-sections (1.5-inch thick), tied with kitchen twine and dredged in flour

Target Temp
Heat Waves
325°F (163°C)
Radiant Heat
Total Time
Clock Time
2–2.5 hours
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
60m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
195°F (91°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare osso buco (bone-in veal shank cross-cuts) (4 bone-in center-cut veal or beef shank cross-sections (1.5-inch thick), tied with kitchen twine and dredged in flour).

2
Cook & Flip

Cook for 2–2.5 hours. Flip at the 60-minute mark for even browning.

3
Check & Rest

Meat easily parts from the marrow bone while central marrow stays intact inside the ring Confirm internal temperature reaches 195°F (91°C). Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

The Silver Spoon Classic Italian Reference & USDA FSIS Veal Cooking Guidelines

Pro Tip: Tie butcher twine securely around the perimeter of each shank prior to browning to keep the meat from pulling off the bone during the braise.

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