Ingredients:

• 4 pounds oxtails
• Kosher salt
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped carrot
• 1 (750-ml) bottle full-bodied red wine
• 4 cups veal, beef, or chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Freshly ground pepper