Lamb Youvetsi

Ingredients:

2.2 lbs of lamb shoulder 

4-5 Roma tomatoes 

2 onions 

1 tablespoon of oregano 

1 teaspoon of cinnamon 

2 cinnamon sticks, snapped in half 

4 cups of beef broth 

4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

2 cups of orzo 

Directions: 

1. In a casserole dish, arrange the lamb,

Chopped onions, spices and cinnamon sticks. Pour the oil over the top and mix well with a spoon until everything is evenly coated. Place uncovered into the oven for 45 minutes at 350 degrees. 

Pictured here are 3 peices of lamb shoulder and a lamb shank. I chose to do this to see how the shank cooked in this dish. The original recipe is made with lamb shoulder. 

2. After 45 minutes, add in your diced tomatoes and beef stock. Add in the uncooked orzo. Place back into the oven and continue to cook for 1 1/2 hours. 

3. Turn and stir occasionally. You can top with cheese or serve warm as is.