Fabulous Lamb Stew

SarahRK's Note:

I love lamb and I love this stew! I came up with this recipe a few years ago. Every time I serve it I get oohs and awes! The extra effort is worth it.

• Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hrs

Ingredients:

Serves: 10

Yield: 10.0 cups

• 12 cups water
• 3 lbs lamb , stew bones with some meat on them
• 2 large marrow , bones
• 1 large onion , diced
• 6 stalks celery , diced
• 4 large garlic cloves , minced
• 1 large potato , small cubes
• 1 cup navy beans , soaked in water over night
• 28 ounces tomato puree
• 28 ounces whole canned tomatoes , cut in quarters
• 1⁄3; cup canola oil
• salt and pepper

Directions:

1. In a large pot place the 12 cups of water, the lamb and marrow bones. Bring to a boil and then lower flame and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
2. In a separate pan saute the onion and celery in the canola oil for about 10 minutes. Then add the garlic and saute for a few more minutes. Set aside.
3. After the bones have been simmering for 1 1/2 hours add the sauteed veggies plus the rest of the ingredients including the salt and pepper and simmer for 1 1/2 more hours.