Venison Osso Buco with Quince and Ginger

Quinces are not a pretty fruit: at first glance, you might mistake them for large, misshapen apples. But these lumpy, greenish-yellow fruit, while impossible to eat raw, transform when cooked, becoming tender and rosy-hued. They have a powerful fragrance that conjures up vanilla, musk, lemon blossoms, and pineapple. Fruit and game are a natural match, and the power of quinces complements strong game well. Fresh ginger emphasizes the quince’s aroma and cuts through the richness of the meat.<