1 carrot, diced
2 celery stalks, trimmed and chopped
2 garlic cloves, grated
陆 onion, chopped
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
1.2 litres/2 pints dark chicken stock
400g/14oz risotto rice
2 bay leaves
1 litre/1戮 pints beef stock (from above)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp salt
2 star anise
vegetable oil, for frying
50驳/1戮辞锄 butter, plus extra to finish
120g/4oz mild blue cheese, diced
3 x 200g/7oz pieces beef shin, bone in
375ml/13fl oz red wine