Ingredients

  • 12 lamb chops
  • 1 lb baby onion
  • 1 1/2 lbs tiny new potatoes
  • 9 ounces baby carrots
  • 6 sprigs thyme
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups lamb stock
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • parsley, chopped
  • chives, chopped

Method

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Brown the chops in a non-stick frying pan, then layer up in a large flameproof casserole with the vegetables and thyme, seasoning between layers.
  • Pour off the excess fat from the frying pan and add the flour. Stir well to make a paste, then cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the stock to make a smooth sauce and bring to the boil.
  • Pour the liquid over the meat and vegetables and bring to a simmer on the hob. Cover and cook in the lower half of the oven for 2 hours or until the lamb is tender.
  • Garnish with the freshly chopped herbs and serve with green vegetables, if wished.