Oregano-Braised Lamb Shanks

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6 lamb shanks (about 1 pound each)

2 tablespoons ground cumin

1 tablespoon salt

2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Flour for dredging

3/4 cup vegetable oil

2 onions, cut into 8 wedges each

3 carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch lengths

1 head garlic, cloves separated, peeled and halved lengthwise

2 bunches oregano, stems and leaves separated, leaves chopped

2 cups dry white wine

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 1/2 quarts chicken stock

5 bay leaves

3 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced

6 ounces Anejo cheese, grated (1 1/2 cups)