Lamb Bourguignon with Mint and Fennel Whipped Potatoes
Nikki's version of Shepherds Pie. Lamb simmered in a red wine sauce with carrots and pearl onions. The stew is topped with a fennel and mint whipped potato.
Ingredients
- 2 Ibs boneless lamb roast- cut into cubed pieces Leg of lamb would work
- 3 cloves garlic-chopped
- 3 large carrots- sliced diagonally
- 1/4 cup pearl onions If using raw, place onions in boiling water for 5 minutes before peeling them
- 1 container sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup pancetta- chopped bacon can be used as well
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup beef broth
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- salt/pepper for taste
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 1/2 cup arrowroot starch
- 5 large russet potatoes- peeled and cut in half
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 fennel bulb- sliced
Instructions
- Place cubed meat in a large bowl and add arrowroot starch and 1 tbsp of salt/pepper. Mix well. Place a large pan over medium heat and add avocado oil. When pan is hot add the meat to the pan. Brown on both sides. Add pancetta and continue to brown.
- When meat has been browned add garlic and saute for a 2-3 minutes. Next, add carrots and saute for a minute or two. Add red wine and deglaze the mixture. When mixture has been reduced by half add tomato paste, beef broth, herbs, onions, and mushrooms. Bring mixture to a boil then cover with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let mixture simmer for 1 hour.
- While stew is simmering place chicken stock in a medium pot over high heat. When liquid comes to a boil add potatoes and fennel. Cook potatoes and fennel until tender. Being sure to save 1 cup of the cooking liquid, place potatoes in a colander and drain the remaining liquid. Return potatoes and fennel back to the pot. Add mascarpone cheese and a 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Using a hand blender or food processor to puree the mixture. If potato mixture is too thick add a little more of the liquid. When desired consistency is achieved add salt and pepper for taste. Set aside until ready to use.
- When Stew is done cooking place it in a baking dish and top with potato mixture. Place under the broiler until top is golden. Serve with your favorite vegetable and crusty bread.