2poundslean American lamb stew meat*see note for other cuts
1medium yellow onionsliced
2clovesgarlicminced
1large carrotsliced
2celery stalkschopped
8ouncessliced white mushrooms
14ouncecan diced tomatoes
1 1/2tablespoonstomato paste
4cupsbeef broth
6ouncesdark/amber beer/stout
4sprigs fresh rosemary
kosher salt & black pepper
15ouncecan cannellini beansdrained and rinsed
1small bunch Tuscan kaleremoved from stem & chopped
Instructions
Add the lamb, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, beer, rosemary, salt and pepper to a slow cooker.
Set slow cooker to low heat for 8 hours.
Add cannellini beans and chopped kale and stir until kale is wilted and incorporated into the stew.
If thickening (see note), add cornstarch slurry and stir again until incorporated.
Season to taste with more salt & pepper if needed.
Serve hot as is or over rice.
Notes
*If you can't find American lamb stew meat, boneless shoulder cut into cubes will also work.**If you like a thicker stew, stir in a cornstarch or tapioca flour slurry at the end. I like to start with 2 tablespoons cornstarch & 1 tablespoon water mixed together in a small bowl and added into the stew.