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Lamb Stew

A hearty, home-style lamb stew with tender meat, tomatoes, red pepper, and potatoes, simmered until rich and comforting.

Total time
120 min
Servings
4
Calories
550
Protein
35g
Lamb Stew
comfortingAmericangluten-freedairy-freelambtenderchunkyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lb lamb stew meat in a single layer and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Work in batches if needed to avoid crowding.

  2. Step 2

    Add 1 sliced onion and 1 chopped red bell pepper to the pot. Cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Add 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine.

  4. Step 4

    Add 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks. Add enough water to just cover the meat and vegetables (about 1 cup).

  5. Step 5

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until lamb is tender and potatoes are cooked through, about 1.5 hours. Check occasionally, adding water if needed.

  6. Step 6

    Uncover and simmer for 10 more minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

  7. Step 7

    Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot or Dutch oven
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • wooden spoon

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