LAMB SHANKS IN CRANBERRY SAUCE

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Being from Australia we love lamb. however my husband does not. This is one of 2 dishes out of the many I have tried on him that he actually likes & is happy to eat.

Provided by Elizabeth Hatfield

Categories     Casseroles

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Tbsp olive oil
6 lamb shanks, french trimmed
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/2 c chicken broth
1 c red wine
1 cranberry sauce, tin, whole berries
1/4 c rosemary sprigs, fresh
mashed potatoes, to serve
green beans, fresh toserve

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400F. Heat oil in a large, heavy-based, flameproof dish over high heat. Cook shanks, in two batches for 4 - 5 minutes on each side or until browned on all sides. Remove to a plate
  • 2. Melt butter in dish until sizzling. Add flour and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat & slowly add stock, wine & cranberry sauce. Season with salt & pepper, return to heat and bring to a boil. Add lamb and rosemary.
  • 3. Cover dish, transfer to oven & bake for 1 hour. Remove lid & bake for a further 30 minutes or until shanks are tender. Serve with potato & beans.

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