Crock Pot Rustic Lamb Stew

Step 1

Sprinkle lamb with 1/2 t salt and the pepper.

Step 2

Coat with flour.

Step 3

Heat oil in a 2 to 3 quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Brown lamb a few pieces at a time in the hot oil.

Step 5

Remove to crock pot with slotted spoon.

Step 6

Reduce heat to medium.

Step 7

Add onion and cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly browned.

Step 8

Stir in the water scraping up browned bits on bottom of pot.

Step 9

Transfer onion mixture to the crock pot; add carrots and potatoes.

Step 10

Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, adding peas during the last 30 to 45 minutes.

Step 11

Note: I have also simmered this in the Dutch oven on the stove for 1 1/2 to 2 hours and it is very good.