Irish Stew

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the lamb into 1-inch cubes.
2. 2
   Place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with 6 cups of cold water.
3. 3
   Bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Add potatoes, carrots, onions, turnip, parsley, salt, pepper and sugar.
5. 5
   Cover and simmer about 2 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
6. 6
   Thicken the stew with the mixture of flour and cold water.
7. 7
   Continue to cook an additional 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Season to taste.
9. 9
   Serves 6 to 8.