Shoulder Of Lamb With Vegetables And Cider Gravy Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
• STEP 2.Season the lamb shoulder with salt and pepper.
• STEP 3.Heat some oil in a large ovenproof pot and brown the lamb shoulder on all sides.
• STEP 4.Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside.
• STEP 5.Add the onions, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened.
• STEP 6.Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
• STEP 7.Pour in the cider and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
• STEP 8.Return the lamb shoulder to the pot and add the thyme and bay leaves.
• STEP 9.Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
• STEP 10.Cook for about 3 hours, or until the lamb is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
• STEP 11.Remove the pot from the oven and transfer the lamb to a cutting board.
• STEP 12.Cover the lamb with foil and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
• STEP 13.Meanwhile, strain the cooking liquid from the pot and discard the solids.
• STEP 14.Skim off any excess fat from the cooking liquid.
• STEP 15.Transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
• STEP 16.In a separate small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
• STEP 17.Slowly pour the slurry into the simmering cooking liquid, stirring constantly.
• STEP 18.Continue to cook the gravy until it thickens to your desired consistency.
• STEP 19.Slice the lamb and serve with the vegetables and cider gravy.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the lamb shoulder in a mixture of cider, garlic, and herbs overnight before cooking.
• If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can add more cornstarch slurry and cook it for a few more minutes.
• Serve the lamb with roasted potatoes or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the lamb and vegetables in the oven or on the stovetop, and warm the gravy in a saucepan.
• Serve the leftovers with fresh bread or rolls for a delicious sandwich.