Sharpshootinstar's Irish Lamb Stew

This terrific Irish lamb stew could easily be made with beef, instead.

The nutrition facts are at Calorie Count!

Irish Lamb Stew

Ingredients:

2 lbs boneless lamb, cut into pieces

1 tbsp olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

2 large carrots, chopped

1 large parsnip, chopped

3 large potatoes, peeled & quartered

1/2 tsp salt and black pepper to taste

4 cups water or beef stock

Directions:

Heat oil over medium heat in a large stockpot or dutch oven.  Add lamb to brown.  Season with the salt and pepper, then add the veggies and the four cups of liquid. Stir, cover, and bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and simmer for at least one hour. 

I like to let it go for two or more.  It seems it just gets more delicious as it continues to cook. :D  Serves 6-8.

Sidenote: 

a half cup of barley is a delicious addition to this stew.  Or serve it with irish flatbread :D