Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 to 2 pounds lean lamb for stewing, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 (12-ounce) package pitted prunes, cooked, drained, and quartered
  • 2 large green peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup uncooked regular rice
  • 4 (1/8-inch-thick) lemon slices
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano

Method

  • Saute lamb and onion in oil in a small Dutch oven over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beef broth; cover and simmer mixture for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and pour mixture into a greased 2 1/2- quart casserole. Add remaining ingredients; stir well.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.