I thought I'd share a couple of recipes that my family enjoys.  I hope that you enjoy them.

Irish Stew

2lbs boneless shoulder of lamb(1/2" cubes)

2c. boiling water

2T. shortening

1 bay leaf

1c. carrots(sliced)

1c. white turnip(cubed)

1 potato(peeled&cubed)

1 onion(sliced)

Salt and pepper to taste

*my recomendation is to adjust the amount of each vegi according to the size of your family.  I tend to add an extra potato and turnip.  I also usually use beef stew meat, for cost...my hubby likes it alot!

Take care to trim off  most of the lamb fat.  Melt shortening in a heavy pot, add lamb cubes and brown well on all sides.  Stand back while you pour 2 cups boiling water over the lamb(it may sizzle and sputter).  Put in 1 bayleaf for flavor.  Cover and simmer, 1 hour.

Add carrot, turnip, potato, onion, salt and pepper.  Cover and simmer 30 minutes more.

Taste and correct for seasoning, serve.

Enjoy!