Lamb and Barley Soup
You can never have too many main course recipes, so give Lamb and Barley Soup a try. This recipe covers 12% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 8 servings with 128 calories, 15g of protein, and 2g of fat each. 1 person found this recipe to be yummy and satisfying. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet. Autumn will be even more special with this recipe. Head to the store and pick up carrots, celery, pearl barley, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 8 hours and 50 minutes.
Instructions
Place shanks in slow cooker and add half of carrots, celery and onion.
Pour in broth, cover and cook on low until tender, about 8 hours.
Remove shanks to a platter, cover with foil and refrigerate. Strain liquid into a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 5 hours or overnight. When liquid has chilled, remove solid layer of fat that forms on top.
Remove meat from shanks, discarding all fat and gristle.
Cut lamb into small pieces.
Pour defatted liquid into a large pot.
Add remaining carrots, celery and onion. Stir in lamb and barley. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-high and cook until vegetables and barley are tender, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with parsley, if desired, and serve hot.