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Note: Use any inexpensive cut of lamb or mutton for authentic Irish Stew. It’s good for the slow cooker as well, but brown the meat first.

 A plate of authentic Irish Stew

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb lamb or mutton, cut into pieces
• 1 lb onions, sliced
• 1 lb carrots, roughly chopped
• 1 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• salt and freshly-ground pepper to taste
• pinch of thyme (and rosemary if desired)

Method:

Put lamb into a heavy saucepan with the thyme/rosemary. Add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for one hour.
Add the vegetables and season to taste. Cook until the vegetables are tender.

For additional flavour, brown the pieces of lamb in a little oil or butter before simmering.

Can be served with cabbage or Brussels sprouts and Irish soda bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

 Authentic Irish Soda Bread