Greek lamb casserole with peppered feta
Passata is sieved tomatoes, available from supermarkets and delis.
Ingredients: (serves 6)
2 tbs olive oil
1.5kg diced lean lamb
1 large onion, chopped
1 long red chilli, halved lengthways
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbs finely chopped rosemary leaves
400ml dry white wine
700ml tomato passata (sugo) (see note)
2 bay leaves
1/2 cup kalamata olives
150g Greek feta, thinly sliced into wedges
1 tbs mixed peppercorns, crushed
1 tbs chopped mint
Crusty bread, to serve
Method:
1.Preheat the oven to 150°C.
2.Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a flameproof casserole over medium-high heat. In 2-3 batches, brown the diced lamb all over for 3-4 minutes, then remove and set aside.
3.Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the onion, then cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes until the onion begins to soften. Add the chilli, garlic and chopped rosemary, then cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4.Return the browned lamb to the casserole, then add the white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the tomato passata and bay leaves, season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, then bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the olives, then cover and cook in the oven for 1 hour 30 minutes or until the lamb is tender and the sauce has thickened.
5.Lay the feta wedges on a plate and sprinkle with the crushed mixed peppercorns and half the chopped mint.
6.Divide the lamb casserole among bowls, then scatter with the remaining mint. Serve the casserole with the peppered feta to crumble over, and crusty bread to mop up the sauce.
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