quick spring lamb and vegetable stew

2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds lamb steaks (top round or shoulder),

bones removed and meat cut into 2-inch pieces
kosher salt and black pepper
4 carrots, cut into 3-inch sticks
1 onion, sliced
1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes, drained
4 oz. green beans, cut into small pieces (about 1 cup)
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

1. Heat 1 Tablespoon of the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the lamb with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Cook, turning occasionally, until medium-rare, 6 to 8 minutes; transfer to a plate.
2. Add the carrots, onion, and the remaining oil to the pot. Cook until beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Add the wine and scrape up any brown bits.
3. Add the broth, tomatoes, and beans. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the lamb, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Serve immediately.

To freeze: Cool the stew to room temperature and spoon into a freezer container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To cook, thaw the stew in a bowl of cold water or overnight in the refrigerator. Transfer to a pot and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 10 to 20 minutes.

~Irish T.
Serves: 4 Total Time: 30 mins
Source: RealSimple.com