Easy Lamb Stew: A Comforting and Flavorful Meal
Lamb stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is hearty, flavorful, and relatively easy to make. Here is a simple recipe for lamb stew that you can try:
Ingredients:
* 1 pound boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 carrots, chopped
* 2 celery stalks, chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 teaspoon dried thyme
* 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
* 1/2 cup red wine (optional)
* 2 cups beef broth
* 1 cup water
* 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
* 1 cup frozen peas
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Brown the lamb cubes in the hot oil in batches, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
3. Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.
4. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the thyme and rosemary and cook for 1 minute more.
6. Add the red wine, if using, and cook until it has reduced by half.
7. Add the beef broth, water, lamb, and potatoes to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
8. Stir in the peas and cook for 5 minutes more, or until heated through.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the lamb stew hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Tips:
* For a richer flavor, use bone-in lamb shoulder instead of boneless.
* If you don't have red wine, you can substitute with beef broth or water.
* You can also add other vegetables to the stew, such as green beans, corn, or mushrooms.
* Lamb stew leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.