Oxtail soup is the perfect winter warmer. Invest in the cooking time and you’ll be rewarded with a lovely rich soup that really makes the most of this cheap cut of meat. Heat the oil in a large ...

Braised oxtail is a leisurely dish to make - after blanching and browning the meat, just let it simmer for several hours, stirring it every once in a while. The dish goes well with stir-fried ...

First cut the oxtail into pieces through the natural joints. The joints are made of cartilage so you won’t need a saw. Cut the bacon into 1 inch (2.5cm) cubes. Heat the dripping or olive oil in ...

First, cut the oxtail into pieces through the natural joints – the joints are made of cartilage, so you won’t need a saw. If this seems like too much of a challenge, ask your butcher to ...