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Lamb & Potato Stew

Ground lamb, potatoes, and onions simmer together in a single pot with broth and fresh thyme. Pure comfort in under 20 minutes—the weeknight version of Irish stew.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
28g
Lamb & Potato Stew
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Brown ground lamb in a large pot over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Add diced onion to the pot and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, ~3 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in broth and add potatoes, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.

  4. Step 4

    Simmer uncovered until potatoes are tender, ~8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (4-quart minimum)
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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