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Preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Season lamb. Heat oil in a flameproof baking pan on high heat. Cook lamb until browned all over. Remove from pan.
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Cook leeks in same pan, stirring, on low heat for 5 mins, or until caramelized. Add anchovies; cook, stirring, for 3 mins, or until mixture forms a paste. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste.
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Return lamb to pan; sprinkle with oregano. Add 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Cover and cook in oven for 2 hours, or until lamb is tender.
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Meanwhile, for the fennel knot rolls, combine flour, fennel seeds, sugar, yeast and salt in a large bowl. Stir in 3/4 cup warm water and 1 tbsp oil to form a soft dough. Knead dough on a floured surface for 8 mins, or until smooth and elastic. Brush with remaining oil; cover. Let stand in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
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Divide dough into 12 portions; roll each portion into a 6-inch log. Twist the ends into a knot. Place rolls on a greased baking pan. Brush with butter; cover. Let stand in a warm place for 20 mins, or until doubled in size. Brush with any remaining butter. Bake for 20 mins, or until golden.
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Place fava beans in a medium heatproof bowl; cover with boiling water. Let stand for 2 mins; drain. Slip out of skins. Stir into casserole; bake for 10 mins, or until lamb is very tender. Remove casserole from oven. Cover; let stand for 10 mins. Break lamb into chunks.
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Spoon casserole into serving dishes. Top with mint and lemon peel. Serve with rolls.