Lamb And Butternut Squash Stew

This hearty lamb and butternut squash stew combines tender chunks of lamb with sweet butternut squash in a rich, porter-infused broth. Perfect for cold weather, this rustic dish draws inspiration from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, creating a warming meal that’s both comforting and sophisticated. This recipe serves 4-6 people generously.

The magic of this stew lies in its slow cooking process, allowing the lamb to become perfectly tender while the butternut squash adds a natural sweetness to the sauce. The addition of dark porter beer creates depth and complexity, while a finishing touch of mascarpone cheese adds luxurious creaminess.

Yield: 4-6 Servings

Lamb And Butternut Squash Stew

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A rich and comforting lamb stew featuring tender meat and sweet butternut squash, enhanced with porter beer and finished with creamy mascarpone. This hearty one-pot meal serves 4-6 and is perfect for cold weather dining.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pint porter beer
• 2 cups water or beef stock
• 2 tablespoons butter or bacon fat
• 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Optional: mixed greens for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Heat butter or bacon fat in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
3. Add sliced onions and cook until nearly translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add butternut squash pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add lamb pieces and season with salt and pepper.
6. Pour in the porter beer and enough water to barely cover the ingredients.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer to the preheated oven.
9. Cook for 1.5 hours, stirring once halfway through.
10. Remove from oven and stir in mascarpone cheese.
11. Adjust seasoning to taste.
12. Add optional greens and let them wilt into the stew.
13. Serve hot with crusty bread or pasta.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 600Total Fat: 30gSodium: 500mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 6gProtein: 45g