Lamb Pilaf

1. 1

   In a large saute pan, brown the ground lamb. Drain in a colander and reserve.

2. 2

   In the same pan warm the olive oil and saute the onion, celery and garlic until softened. Stir in the salt, pepper and ground cumin.

3. 3

   Still over the heat, stir in the parsley,rice and orzo and continue to saute for a minutes or two. Stir in the browned lamb.

4. 4

   Add the water to the pan and bring just up to the boil. Transfer the mixture to a 10 x10 inch baking dish (or one similar in size) and bake in a preheated 350F oven for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the water is absorbed into the rice and orzo.

5. 5

   Remove from the oven and stir in the chopped mint and lemon juice. Serve hot.

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