Get ready to enjoy a comforting and flavorful bowl of lamb stew with green beans. This hearty recipe combines tender lamb, nutritious green beans, and aromatic herbs and spices to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for colder days, this stew will warm you up from the inside out. It's easy to make and will impress your family and friends with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1 cup red wine (optional)
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, season the lamb stew meat with salt and black pepper. Sprinkle flour over the meat and toss until well coated.
- In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the browned lamb stew meat to the pot. Pour in the beef or vegetable broth and red wine, if using. Add the rosemary sprig, bay leaves, and dried thyme. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and let simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Add the green beans to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until they are cooked but still slightly crisp.
- Remove the rosemary sprig and bay leaves from the stew. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve the lamb stew hot in bowls. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme, if desired.
- Enjoy the delicious and comforting flavors of this lamb stew with green beans!
