Irish Stew

Ingredients

• 800g lamb shoulder, cubed
• 4 potatoes, quartered
• 3 carrots, chunked
• 2 onions, sliced
• 2 leeks, sliced
• 4 cups lamb or beef stock
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• Parsley, chopped, to garnish

Steps

1. Layer lamb, onions, leeks, and carrots in a heavy pot.
2. Add thyme and bay leaves, pour in stock to just cover.
3. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 1 hour.
4. Add potatoes, continue simmering 45-60 minutes until meat and potatoes are tender and the broth has thickened slightly.
5. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley before serving.