Savory Lamb Stew

Name: Savory Lamb Stew
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

12 ingredients

8 steps

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

Directions

1

Heat two tablespoons oil in a heavy casserole.
2

Add the lamb, a little at a time, and brown pieces on both sides, removing as they brown.
3

Add remaining oil to the casserole and add the onions, carrots, celery and garlic and saute over medium heat until vegetables are lightly browned.
4

Stir in flour and cook a minute or so, then stir in wine.
5

Return the meat to the pan, stir, then add the remaining ingredients.
6

Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7

Cover and simmer until the lamb is tender, about two hours.
8

Check seasonings before serving.