Lamb and Green Bean Ragout Recipe
Overview:
Did you ever have a favorite restaurant dish that made it difficult to try other menu options? This is my attempt to recreate this simple Greek dish that kept me coming back for more, and more and more! This Lamb and Green Bean Ragout is a hearty and flavorful stew that combines tender lamb with fresh green beans, all simmered in a savory tomato sauce infused with aromatic spices. Served over creamy mashed potatoes, it’s a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 693.5 per serving
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Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 lb | Lamb stew meat |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Fresh green beans |
| 2 cups | Hunts tomato sauce |
| 1/2 tsp | Allspice |
| 6 | Mashed potatoes |
Instructions:
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Brown the Lamb: In a large heavy saucepan, heat olive oil over high heat. Add the lamb stew meat and brown it evenly on all sides, stirring occasionally. This will take about 5-7 minutes, creating a nice sear on the meat.
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Cook the Onion: Reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the saucepan. Cook the onion until it becomes just transparent, which should take about 3-4 minutes. Stir the onion occasionally to prevent it from burning.
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Add Green Beans: Once the onion is translucent, reduce the heat to low and add the fresh green beans to the saucepan. Stir to combine them with the lamb and onion. Allow the green beans to cook until they begin to soften slightly, which will take about 5 minutes.
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Simmer with Tomato Sauce: Pour the Hunts tomato sauce over the lamb and green beans in the saucepan. Sprinkle in the allspice for added flavor. Stir everything together until the ingredients are well combined. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the ragout simmer gently over low heat.
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Simmer Until Tender: Allow the Lamb and Green Bean Ragout to simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the lamb is tender and the green beans are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Stir the stew occasionally to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking.
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Serve: Once the Lamb and Green Bean Ragout is cooked to perfection, remove it from the heat. Serve the ragout hot over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. The combination of tender lamb, flavorful tomato sauce, and crisp green beans atop smooth mashed potatoes is simply irresistible!
Enjoy your homemade Lamb and Green Bean Ragout, reminiscent of your favorite Greek restaurant dish, right in the comfort of your own home! This hearty and healthy meal is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection, satisfying your cravings for Mediterranean flavors with every delicious bite.
