b'SERVES 6 6 8- to 10-ounce veal shanks,1 to 2 inches thick 1 teaspoon saltCHEFS TIPS: 1 teaspoon pepperTying the meat with kitchen twine will help it keep its shape cupall-purposeflour while braising in the oven. 4 tablespoons olive oil1carrot,finelychopped You will achieve a smoother sauce by processing the raw carrot, onion and 1onion,finelychopped celery in a food processor for about 1 minute. Revive the dried mushrooms 1celerystalk,finelychopped in water or stock; rinse and then drain. 4 ounces shiitake or white buttonmushrooms, diced 4 whole garlic cloves 2 whole cloves 2 bay leaves 1 cup white wine 2 cups tomato sauce 2 cups beef or veal stockcup dried porcini mushrooms,broken into small pieces(See Chefs Tips.)SUGGESTED WINE PAIRING: POGGIO ALLE MURA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO step-by-step'