Lamb and Winter Vegetable Stew

Ingredients and Weight:

• Lamb shoulder, 2.5 pounds (boneless and cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Olive oil, 2 tablespoons
• Onion, 1 large (chopped)
• Carrots, 2 medium (peeled and chopped)
• Celery, 2 medium (chopped)
• Garlic, 4 cloves (minced)
• Red wine, 1 cup
• Beef broth, 4 cups
• Thyme, 1 tablespoon (fresh, chopped)
• Rosemary, 1 tablespoon (fresh, chopped)
• Bay leaves, 2
• Winter squash, 1 medium (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
• Butternut squash, 1 medium (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
• Sweet potatoes, 2 medium (peeled and cubed)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Beginner)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Season lamb with salt and pepper and sear in hot oil until browned on all sides.
3. Remove lamb from pot and set aside.
4. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in red wine and simmer until reduced by half.
6. Add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and lamb. Bring to a simmer.
7. Add winter squash, butternut squash, and sweet potatoes.
8. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until vegetables are tender and lamb is cooked through.
9. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fat: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Warm and comforting
• Perfect for a cold winter evening
• Can be served with crusty bread, rice, or pasta

User Comments:

• "This stew was amazing! The lamb was so tender and the vegetables were perfectly cooked."
• "I love the combination of spices and herbs in this recipe. It's so flavorful and delicious."
• "This is the perfect dish for a cold night. It's so warm and comforting."
• "I served this stew with crusty bread and it was the perfect meal."
• "I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find lamb shoulder, you can substitute lamb leg or lamb chops.
• You can add other vegetables to this stew, such as potatoes, peas, or beans.
• If you don't have red wine, you can use beef broth or water.
• Be sure to skim off any excess fat from the stew before serving.