Celebrate National Wine Day With These Boozy Recipes

Cheers to National Wine Day! It's the perfect excuse to uncork your favorite bottle and indulge in the myriad ways wine can elevate your culinary adventures. From savory dishes to delightful desserts, wine brings a depth of flavor that's truly unmatched. So grab your glass, and let's dive into some spectacular wine-infused recipes that will make your taste buds dance!

1. Lamb Shanks Braised in Red Wine

This hearty dish features tender lamb shanks slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth experience. It's the ultimate comfort food that's perfect for a cozy dinner.

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2. Lamb Leg Steaks with Shallots and Sticky Red Wine Sauce

Juicy lamb leg steaks are paired with a savory shallot and red wine sauce that's both sticky and flavorful. This dish is a gourmet delight that's surprisingly easy to prepare.

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3. Oxtail Braised in Red Wine

Rich and full-bodied, this oxtail braised in red wine is the epitome of slow-cooked perfection. The meat falls off the bone, and the sauce is simply divine.

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4. Ossobuco

This classic Italian dish, Ossobuco, features tender veal shanks braised with wine and aromatic vegetables, offering a taste of Italy right at home.

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5. Giouvetsi

Giouvetsi, a traditional Greek dish, combines orzo pasta with succulent beef in a rich tomato and red wine sauce, making for a heartwarming meal.

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6. Beef Cheek Ragu

This beef cheek ragu is a true showstopper, featuring tender beef cheeks slow-cooked in a rich red wine and tomato sauce. It's perfect over pasta or polenta.

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7. Red Wine Sorbet

For a refreshing twist, try this red wine sorbet. It's a sophisticated dessert that's perfect for cooling down on a hot day while enjoying your favorite wine.

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8. Roasted Beets and Shallots with Red Wine Glaze, Gorgonzola, and Walnuts

This dish combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets and shallots with a tangy red wine glaze, creamy gorgonzola, and crunchy walnuts for a flavor-packed side or starter.

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9. Red Wine Poached Pears

Elegant and delicious, these red wine poached pears are infused with spices and wine, creating a luxurious dessert that's both beautiful and flavorful.

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10. Portuguese Priscos Flan

This flan, hailing from Portugal, is a creamy, rich dessert that's beautifully complemented by a touch of red wine, making it a delightful end to any meal.

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11. Mussels in Lemon Butter Wine Sauce

These mussels in lemon butter wine sauce are a seafood lover's dream. The sauce is light, tangy, and perfectly complements the tender mussels.

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12. French Beef Stew (Boeuf Bourguignon)

This classic French beef stew, known as Boeuf Bourguignon, is simmered in red wine and beef broth, creating a deeply flavorful and tender dish that's perfect for any special occasion.

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13. Mussels in White Wine

Mussels steamed in a fragrant white wine sauce with garlic and herbs make for an elegant and easy appetizer or main course that's sure to impress.

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14. Scallop Risotto

This scallop risotto is a luxurious dish that combines creamy risotto with perfectly seared scallops and a hint of white wine, making it a truly indulgent meal.

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15. Red Wine French Onion Soup

Red wine French onion soup is a rich and flavorful twist on the classic, with caramelized onions and a hearty broth enhanced by the depth of red wine.

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16. Sunday Sauce

This hearty Sunday sauce is simmered for hours with red wine, tomatoes, and a variety of meats, creating a rich and flavorful sauce that's perfect over pasta.

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17. Braised Chicken Thighs

These braised chicken thighs are cooked to perfection in a savory wine sauce, making them tender and flavorful. It's a dish that's sure to please any crowd.

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18. Coq au Vin

This traditional French dish, Coq au Vin, features chicken braised with wine, mushrooms, and pearl onions, creating a rich and hearty meal that's perfect for any occasion.

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19. Coq au Vin Blanc

A delightful variation on the classic, Coq au Vin Blanc uses white wine for a lighter, yet equally flavorful, take on the traditional dish.

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20. Shrimp Scampi

This classic shrimp scampi features succulent shrimp cooked in a garlic butter and white wine sauce, served over pasta for a quick and elegant meal.

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21. Chicken in White Wine Sauce (No Cream)

This lighter version of chicken in white wine sauce skips the cream but still delivers a rich, flavorful dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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22. Shrimp Scampi Served with Pasta

This version of shrimp scampi is served over pasta, making it a complete meal that's both satisfying and delicious, perfect for any occasion.

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23. Authentic Pappardelle Bolognese (Ragu alla Bolognese)

This authentic pappardelle bolognese features a rich and hearty ragu that's been slow-cooked to perfection. It's a classic Italian dish that's sure to impress.

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Potato Dishes That Pair Well

These potatoes mousseline are the epitome of creamy, buttery perfection. They're a luxurious side dish that's sure to elevate any meal.

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Marmite Roast Potatoes

For a unique twist on a classic, try these Marmite roast potatoes. They're crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with umami flavor.

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Rosemary Roast Potatoes

These rosemary roast potatoes are a classic side dish that's easy to prepare and incredibly flavorful. They're crispy, golden, and perfect for any meal.

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Parmentier Potatoes

These parmentier potatoes are a delicious French side dish made with cubed potatoes, garlic, and herbs, roasted to perfection.

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Boulangere Potatoes

Boulangere potatoes are a classic French dish made with layers of thinly sliced potatoes and onions, baked in a flavorful stock until tender and golden.

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