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["You may substitute pork shoulder or possibly beef chuck for the lamb.", "Use beef stock for beef, chicken stock for pork or possibly lamb.", "Basic stew: Trim meat of fat and cut into 1-1/2"" chunks.", "Bring all ingredients to boil in 4-quart pot, cover tightly, reduce heat, and simmer 2-1/2 hrs, till meat is tender.", "Crockpot directions: pile all ingredients into crockpot and cook all day on", "LOW.", "When done: skim off and throw away fat.", "It takes less than 8 min to assemble this stew.", "Then you can pay it little or possibly no attention as it simmers for about 2-1/2 hrs.", "Make multiples of the basic stew, then divide stew into 4-serving portions; chill or possibly in airtight containers for up to 5 days, or possibly freeze for up to 3 months.", "Thaw in microwave-safe container on defrost or possibly in refrigerator for 24 hrs.", "To assemble: bring basic stew, vegetables, and spices to boil in 3-quart pot.", "Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 min, stirring twice, till vegetables are almost tender.", "Whisk chicken stock with flour till blended.", "Stir into stew and simmer, uncovered, 5-7 min, stirring occasionally, till gravy is slightly thickened and vegetables are tender.", "This stew is also good made with beef or possibly pork."]
