IRISH STEW -1

Another nice Irish stew recipe to try...great one 1
Ingredients:

* 3 to 4 lbs leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2" cube
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 2 cups water
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 1 to 2 tsp salt, or to taste
* 1/4 teaspoon thyme, crushed
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 2 cloves garlic, mashed & minced
* 4 medium potatoes, quartered
* 8 small white onions, peeled
* 1 package frozen peas, (16 oz)
* 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
* 1 cup milk
* 1/3 cup flour

Preparation:
Over medium heat, brown lamb in butter and oil in a large stock pot or Dutch oven. Add water, broth, and seasonings; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Remove surface fat. Add potatoes and onion; simmer, covered, until vegetables are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Add peas and simmer for 5 minutes. Combine milk and flour; stir until smooth. Add to simmering stew and simmer for about 1 minute, or until thickened. Taste and adjust seasonings.
The nice Irish stew is ready to serves 6 friends...enjoy this starter meals !