Quick braised veal cheeks (for 4 to 8 people) Preparation time: approx. 90 minutes Ingredients: 2 kg veal cheeks salt and pepper 2 tablespoons oil 2 onions, diced 3 carrots, sliced 4 garlic cloves, minced 750 ml beef broth 500 ml red wine 2 tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp dried thyme 2 bay leaves Preparation: 1. Season the veal cheeks with salt and pepper. 2. Heat oil in a large pot and fry the veal cheeks on both sides until brown. 3. Add onions, carrots and garlic, fry briefly. 4. Stir in tomato paste and deglaze with red wine. 5. Add beef broth, thyme and bay leaves. 6. Cover the pot and simmer over medium heat for about 1.5 hours until the veal cheeks are tender. Tips and Tricks: 1. Spicy Intensity: To intensify the flavors, briefly dredge the veal cheeks in flour before searing for a slightly crispy texture and rich sauce. 2. Marinating ahead of time: If possible, let the veal cheeks marinate in a mixture of red wine, garlic and thyme for a few hours or overnight to achieve a deeper flavor.