Why good food is the best tonic for chemotherapy patients Recipe

Name: Why good food is the best tonic for chemotherapy patients
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lamb shanks; 1 bottle of red wine; 2 onions, chopped; 1 generous handful of mixed herbs; 500 ml (17.6fl oz) lamb stock; 1 dash of sriracha (or 1 small chilli, finely chopped); 1.25 kg (2.8lbs) potatoes; 2 to 3 tsp white plain flour; 100 ml (3.5fl oz) water, approximately; 200 g (7.1oz) shallots, finely chopped

Servings: persons

4 lamb shanks
1 bottle of red wine
2 onions, chopped
1 generous handful of mixed herbs
500 ml (17.6fl oz) lamb stock
1 dash of sriracha (or 1 small chilli, finely chopped)
1.25 kg (2.8lbs) potatoes
2 to 3 tsp white plain flour
100 ml (3.5fl oz) water, approximately
200 g (7.1oz) shallots, finely chopped

1
Slow cook the lamb and ingredients on medium for 6-8 hours.
2
The meat should fall off the bone.
3
When ready strain the jus through a fine sieve.
4
Pull from the bones ensuring there is no fat.
5
Next boil and mash potatoes and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
6
To make the gravy, bring the jus to hard boil then reduce heat to simmer.
7
Using flour and water, make a smooth paste and whisk into the jus avoiding lumps.
8
Bring back to the boil.
9
Season to taste.
10
Preheat oven to 200C.
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(Fan assisted)
12
Finally, layer the lentils, shallots and lamb in a casserole dish.
13
Add sufficient gravy to completely cover the meat then cover with a generous layer of potatoes adding seasoning and a dash of nutmeg.
14
Seal to the edges to prevent the sauce from boiling over.
15
Rough up the surface using a fork.
16
Bake until golden brown on top.
17
Remove from heat and leave to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lamb shanks, 1 bottle of red wine, 2 onions, chopped, 1 generous handful of mixed herbs, and more.

Yes, Why good food is the best tonic for chemotherapy patients falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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