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Simple slow roasted Welsh Lamb shoulder by Girl Cooks, Boy Bakes

Ingredients

  • 2.1kg Welsh Lamb shoulder
  • 2 large red onions
  • 2 sprigs rosemary
  • 6–7 garlic cloves
  • Salt and pepper
  • Olive oil (generous)

240
Cooking Time
20
Prep Time
5+
Serves
  1. Preheat oven to 150°c. Slice onions and crush garlic. Add to a deep pot or dish with rosemary, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Place lamb on top, season again, and cover tightly with a lid or double foil. Add parchment under the lid if using a pot.
  3. Roast at the bottom of the oven for 4 hours (add 30 mins if over 2.2kg).
  4. Rest lamb for 15 mins. Meanwhile, mash the garlic and onions, discard rosemary, and place the pot on the hob.
  5. Add 2 tbsp flour, whisk, then pour in 200ml beef stock (1 cube dissolved). Simmer until thickened. Serve with roasties, greens, and plenty of gravy.

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