Aegean Lamb With Orzo Recipe

Name: Aegean Lamb With Orzo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 41/2 lb lamb shoulder; 1/4 c. minced fresh oregano; or possibly 4 tsps dry oregano; 1 Tbsp. grated lemon peel; 1/2 tsp salt divided; 1 x 10-oz bag fresh spinach minced; 5 c. warm cooked orzo; about 2 1/2 c. uncooked; 1 c. crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces); oregano sprigs optional; lemon slices optional

Servings: persons

1
Trim fat from lamb.
2
Place lamb in an electric slow cookier and sprinkle with oregano, rind, and 1/4 tsp.
3
salt.
4
Pour in juice; top lamb with spinach.
5
Cover with lid; cook on high heat for 1 hour.
6
Reduce heat setting to low; cook 7 hrs.
7
Remove spinach and lamb from slow cooker, reserving cooking liquid; cold.
8
Remove meat from bones; throw away bones, fat and gristle.
9
Chop meat.
10
Place a zip-top plastic bag inside a 2-c. glass measure.
11
Pour drippings into bag, and let stand 10 min (fat will rise to the top).
12
Seal bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag.
13
Drain drippings into a large bowl, stopping before fat layer reaches opening; throw away fat.
14
Add in 1/4 tsp.
15
salt, lamb, spinach, orzo, and feta to liquid removed drippings.
16
Garnish with oregano sprigs and lemon slices, if you like.

7122

kcal

Calories

509

Fat

Carbs

598

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 41/2 lb lamb shoulder, 1/4 c. minced fresh oregano, or possibly 4 tsps dry oregano, 1 Tbsp. grated lemon peel, and more.

Yes, Aegean Lamb With Orzo Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!