Methods/steps

Salt, pepper and marinate the meat with the vegetables, aromatic herbs spices and wine for 12 to 24 hours at a cool temperature, but not in the refrigerator.

Drain the meat, reserving the marinade, then dust with flour.

Heat the oil in a large pan. Brown the meat on all sides over a high flame. Add the marinade. Cover and cook gently in the oven at 375ºF for 3 to 4 hours.

Remove the brasato from its cooking juices, set aside and keep warm. Run the cooking juices and vegetables through a fine sieve. Adjust seasoning. Reduce the sauce slightly.

Slice the brasato, arrange in a pre-heated platter and drizzle the sauce over the meat. Serve with potato gnocchi, soft polenta, or mashed potatoes.