Dave W. wrote:
> In article >,
> "jmcquown" > wrote:
>
>> Dave W. wrote:
>>> So I'm tossing together something for dinner tonight. (My wife says
>>> cause it is Valentines, I gotta do something to make her happy ...
>>> shut up, Sheldon!)
>>>
> <snipoid>
>>>
>>> Do you think leeks and mushrooms would be good together? Your
>>> reaction?
>>>
>>
>> Why not if you like leeks and mushrooms? Saute the lamb shanks in
>> oil with a little onion and garlic thrown in towards the end of
>> browning. Deglaze the pan with wine (your choice, white or light
>> red, not heavy like port) and some chicken or vegetable broth. Toss
>> in the leeks (well washed and chopped) and add sliced shrooms at the
>> end. Season to taste with salt & pepper. Lift out the shanks and
>> veggies with a slotted spoon and thicken the sauce with a bit of a
>> cornstarch slurry.
>>
>> Jill
>
> Thanks, Jill. I'll tell the boss that you are responsible for
> tonight's dinner! ;^)
>
> Regards,
> Dave W.

Since I didn't specify cooking times (I just poke with a fork) I sure hope
you braised the lamb shanks until they were tender before adding the leek
and shrooms! Happy Valentine's Day!

Jill