SAVORY LAMB STEW

Savory Lamb Stew image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds lamb stew meat, in 1 1/2-inch cubes
3 medium onions, sliced
3 carrots, slivered and cut in 1 1/2-inch lengths
2 celery stalks, slivered and cut in 1 1/2-inch lengths
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups dry red wine
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup raisins
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Heat two tablespoons oil in a heavy casserole. Add the lamb, a little at a time, and brown pieces on both sides, removing as they brown.
Add remaining oil to the casserole and add the onions, carrots, celery and garlic and saute over medium heat until vegetables are lightly browned. Stir in flour and cook a minute or so, then stir in wine.
Return the meat to the pan, stir, then add the remaining ingredients. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer until the lamb is tender, about two hours. Check seasonings before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 649, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 18 grams, Sodium 732 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams