Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Easy Lamb Stew, a delightful one-pot meal perfect for any occasion. This hearty dish features succulent lamb simmered with smoky turkey turkey bacon and an array of fresh vegetables in a rich broth. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s not just about satisfying hunger; it’s about creating cherished memories around the dinner table. Whether you’re serving it on a chilly night or at family gatherings, this stew is sure to impress everyone. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, prepare to elevate your cooking game with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 strips turkey turkey bacon (diced)
- 3 pounds lamb shoulder (cut into 1 ½-inch pieces)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup dry red grape juice
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1.5 pounds gold potatoes (cut into cubes)
- 4 large carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup green peas (frozen and thawed)
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, cook diced turkey turkey bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Transfer to a plate, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Season lamb pieces with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper; dust with flour.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil and sear lamb until browned on all sides. Set aside.
- Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic.
- Pour in beef broth, grape juice, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves; stir well.
- Return lamb and turkey turkey bacon to the pot and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Stir in cubed potatoes and carrots; cover and simmer for an additional 20–25 minutes until tender.
- Add thawed green peas; cook for another 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg