pat's Recipe

Irish Lamb Stew

Category: SOUPS/STEWS

2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch pieces
1-3/4 pounds white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
3 large leeks, white part only, halved, washed and thinly sliced
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup packed parsley leaves, chopped

Preparation
1. Combine lamb, potatoes, carrots, celery, leeks, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper in a 6-quart slow cooker; stir to combine. Put the lid on and cook on low until the lamb is fork-tender, about 8 hours. Stir in parsley before serving.

Serves 8.