Irish Lamb Stew Recipe 🍀 | Hearty & Delicious St. Patrick’s Day Feast!

lamb shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: beef chuck

Chicken is lower in fat, and beef chuck is often more affordable.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter, while bouillon cubes are budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be less expensive.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch is a cheaper thickener.

Heat olive oil in a 6 Quart Dutch Oven over medium heat.

Add lamb and brown on all sides.

Remove lamb and set aside; add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.

Stir in carrots and cook for a few minutes.

Return lamb to the pot and add beef broth, Guinness stout, thyme, and tomato paste.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lamb is tender.

Add potatoes and cook until fork-tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley.

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