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Introduction
If you are looking for a heartwarming and comforting meal during the colder months, a lamb casserole is an excellent choice. It is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings. This recipe is a classic version of the lamb casserole, and it is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Before you start cooking, you will need to gather the following ingredients:
2 pounds of lamb shoulder or leg, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups of beef broth
1 cup of red wine
1 can of diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
1 teaspoon of dried thyme
1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
1 bay leaf
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Now that you have gathered all the necessary ingredients, let's get started with the cooking process:
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the lamb and cook it for about 5-7 minutes, until it's browned on all sides. Remove the lamb from the pot and set it aside.
Add the onion and garlic to the same pot and cook it for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
Add the beef broth, red wine, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf, and stir it well.
Add the lamb back into the pot, and bring it to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for about 1 hour.
Add the carrots and potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the oven. Bake it for about 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Remove the pot from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
This lamb casserole recipe is a nutritious and satisfying meal that is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Here is a breakdown of the nutritional value of one serving (based on six servings):
Calories: 429
Protein: 33g
Fat: 19g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 527mg
Cholesterol: 109mg
Conclusion
There you have it, a delicious and easy-to-make lamb casserole recipe that will warm you up from the inside out. This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want to make a hearty and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Give this recipe a try, and let us know what you think!
