Luscious Canadian Lamb Casserole
A hearty and flavorful casserole featuring lamb, a staple of Canadian cuisine. Perfect for a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs Lamb shoulder or neck, bonelessCut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1 large OnionChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●2 large Casserole potatoesThinly sliced
- ●14.5 oz Canned diced tomatoesDiced
- ●2 tbsp All-purpose flourFor thickening
- ●1 cup Chicken brothLow-sodium
- ●4 slices BaconCut into 1-inch pieces
- ● Salt and pepperTo taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- 2
In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside.
- 3
Add the lamb to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 5
Add the flour to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and browned bacon to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- 8
Add the sliced potatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
- 9
Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 45 minutes.
- 10
Remove the pot from the oven and stir in the cooked lamb. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.