LAMB AND CABBAGE (Stew)
Contributed by Inga Humlebek Frodesen, Valkyrien Lodge #1, Seattle, WA
- 3 pounds lean lamb, cut into 2" cubes
- 1 tbsp. whole peppercorns
- 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
- 2 Tbsp. salt
- 1 head green cabbage, cut into large cubes
- 2 Tbsp.. butter
- 2 Tbsp. flour
- Boil [lamb cubes] in as little water* as possible for about 30 minutes.
- Add whole pepper, ground pepper and salt.
- Stir in butter and flour.
- Add cabbage and let boil slowly for 30 minutes [covered for about 20 minutes and then open until sauce is thickened to gravy].
- Serve while it is still hot!
- Serves 6.
- It has a terrific flavor which makes this traditional dish still a favorite today!
- Serve with boiled potatoes.
- *Adding wine to substitue for some of the water gives it more flavor as does a clove or two of garlic boiled with the meat.
