Best 9 Winter Stew Of Braised Lamb Red Onions And Macaroni Recipes

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Comforting and hearty, this Braised Winter Stew of Lamb, Red Onions, and Macaroni is a coalescence of rich flavors that will warm you from the inside out. Savory lamb is browned to perfection, red onions caramelize to a deep amber hue, and macaroni becomes infused with a luscious broth. A medley of vegetables adds vibrant color and texture, and a hint of rosemary ties all the elements together. Prepare to be tantalized by this flavorful winter stew, perfect for a cozy meal with loved ones.

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BRAISED LAMB STEW



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Provided by Danny Boome

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground tumeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder or boneless leg of lamb, 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 onion, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 carrots, roughly diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (14.5-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 lemon, zested
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup dried apricots
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, turmeric, cumin, cayenne, cardamom and salt. Mix well until the mixture has turned into a paste, if the paste is too thick add a little more olive oil. Add the cubed lamb to the bowl and toss around to coat well. Cover and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 1/3 of the lamb, and brown well. Remove to a plate, and repeat with remaining lamb.
  • Add onions and carrots to the pot and sweat for 5 minutes. Stir in the fresh garlic and ginger; continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and chick peas, then return the lamb to the pot and stir in the lemon zest, chicken stock, apricots, and honey.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is tender. Sprinkle the stew with chopped fresh cilantro and serve right out of the pot.

STOUT-BRAISED LAMB SHANKS



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You can't have Irish stew for St Patrick's Day every year. If you feel like something a little different, but still fairly traditional, this hearty dish should fit the bill.

Provided by Nick Russell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 2h50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 lamb shanks
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle stout (such as Guinness®) or porter
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 sprigs fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh rosemary
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large, wide pot over medium-high heat until the oil begins to smoke. Brown the lamb shanks in the hot oil on all sides until well browned, about 10 minutes. Remove lamb shanks and set aside. Pour the excess grease from the Dutch oven, reduce heat to medium, and stir in the onions and garlic. Cook and stir until the onions have softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the carrots, celery, and tomato paste; continue cooking 5 minutes more.
  • Return the lamb shanks to the Dutch oven, and pour in the stout beer and beef broth. Bring to a simmer over high heat. While you're waiting for the beer to simmer, use kitchen twine to tie together the thyme sprigs, parsley sprigs, and bay leaf into a secure bundle; add to the lamb shanks.
  • Once the lamb shanks begin to simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lamb is very tender and nearly falling off of the bone, 2 to 3 hours. Stir the lamb occasionally as it cooks, and add water if needed to keep the cooking liquid from becoming too thick. You want the cooking liquid to have reduced into a nice sauce by the time the lamb shanks are done. Stir in the rosemary sprig, and salt and pepper to taste during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Remove rosemary sprig and herb bundle before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 89.3 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 544.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

LAMB AND WINTER VEGETABLE STEW



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A hearty stew made with winter vegetables. Definitely worth the time. Beef tips can be substituted for lamb.

Provided by BJSCHADE

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound lamb stew meat, cubed
2 cups beef broth
1 cup dry red wine
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
2 cups peeled, seeded, and sliced butternut squash
1 cup peeled, sliced parsnips
1 cup peeled, chopped sweet potatoes
1 cup sliced celery
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
½ cup sour cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan, and brown the lamb meat on all sides. Drain fat, and stir in the beef broth and wine. Season with garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Mix in the squash, parsnips, sweet potatoes, celery, and onion. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • In a small bowl, blend the sour cream and flour. Gradually stir in 1/2 cup of the hot stew mixture.
  • Stir the sour cream mixture into the saucepan. Remove the bay leaf, and continue to cook and stir until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 33.1 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 321.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

WINTER STEW OF BRAISED LAMB, RED ONIONS AND MACARONI



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Provided by Bryan Miller

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper to taste
2 pounds lamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into 3-inch squares
2 celery stalks, washed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large Spanish onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 cups dry white wine
1 large herb sachet (3 bay leaves, 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, 10 peppercorns, 1 bunch parsley stems)
8 cups veal stock (available commercially)
1 pound cavatappi or corkscrew macaroni
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 stalks celery, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces on the bias
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced very thinly
2 medium red onions, peeled and sliced paper thin
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
4 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium flame. Season lamb, and brown it evenly on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove lamb from pan, and discard excess fat.
  • Return pan to heat, and add cubed celery, cubed carrots, cubed onions and whole garlic cloves. Saute for one minute. Add lamb along with wine, sachet of herbs and veal stock. Bring to a simmer, and skim any foam or residue that comes to the surface.
  • Cover, and place pot in oven for about 50 minutes to an hour, or until lamb is very tender. Remove lamb from sauce, and strain liquids back into saucepan, discarding vegetables and sachet.
  • When meat is cool enough to handle, shred lamb into strips. Cover and let stand.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until just short of al dente. Drain, and hold at room temperature.
  • Meanwhile, to finish the dish, heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy saucepan over medium setting. Add remaining celery, carrots, onion and chopped garlic. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, parsley and reserved shredded lamb along with 3 cups of the strained lamb-braising liquid. Bring to a boil, and add cooked pasta. Bring to a simmer, and cook gently, stirring, for 2 minutes. Check seasonings.
  • Serve immediately in a flat soup plate.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 952, UnsaturatedFat 27 grams, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1924 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WINTERTIME BRAISED BEEF STEW



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This easy beef stew is incredibly rich. Since it's even better a day or two later, you may want to make a double batch. -Michaela Rosenthal, Woodland Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak or chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons red currant jelly
2 bay leaves
2 fresh oregano sprigs
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Toss beef with flour and steak seasoning., In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches; remove with a slotted spoon., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add onion, celery, parsnips and carrots; cook and stir until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes, wine, jelly, bay leaves, oregano and beef; bring to a boil., Bake, covered, 1-1/2 hours. Stir in beans; bake, covered, 30-40 minutes longer or until beef and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves and oregano sprigs. If desired, sprinkle with parsley. Freeze option: Freeze cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH WINTER SQUASH AND RED CHARD



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I've only made this once and it was amazing!!! I found it on the cover of Bon Appetit in October of 2000. Really good hearty, homey meal for the cold months. Not too difficult to prepare either.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 3/4 lbs lamb shanks
2 tablespoons oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped parsnip
4 sprigs thyme
2 whole garlic heads, unpeeled, horizontally cut in half
1 cup dry red wine
5 cups chicken stock or 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 large orange, peel and pith removed, quartered
2 whole cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
1 3/4 lbs butternut squash, quartered lenthwise, seeded
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 medium fresh fennel bulb
2 teaspoons grated orange rind
2 bunches red swiss chard
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375F degrees.
  • Sprinkle lamb on all sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat.
  • Add lamb, cook until brown turning occasionally; about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to plate.
  • Add 1 Tbls butter to dripping in pot.
  • Add onions, carrots, parsnips, thyme and garlic.
  • Sauté until vegetables soften and begin to brown.
  • Add wine, boil until reduced almost to a glaze; about 4 minutes.
  • Return lamb to pot, arrange in single layer.
  • Add stock, orange, cinnamon and 1 tsp fennel seeds, bring to a boil.
  • Place pot in the oven.
  • Braise lamb uncovered until tender, turning and basting often; about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, rub cut sides of squash with 1 Tbls butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Arrange squash, skin side down on a baking sheet.
  • Roast on sheet alongside lamb until tender; about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Scrape squash from skins into a bowl.
  • Add nutmeg and 2 Tbls of butter.
  • Mash with a fork until almost smooth, season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer lamb to a plate, strain braising liquid into a bowl; spoon off the fat if desired. Return liquid to pot.
  • Add fresh fennel, orange peel and 1 tsp fennel seeds.
  • Simmer until fennel is tender and sauce is thick enough to coat a spoon.
  • Rewarm lamb shanks, covered, over medium heat; about 15 minutes.
  • Rewarm squash in a saucepan over low heat, stirring often; about 10 minutes.
  • While the lamb and squash heat, cut out the center stem from the chard leaves, discard.
  • Coarsely tear the leaves.
  • Melt butter in a heavy skillet over high heat.
  • Add chard and toss until it wilts; about 4 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide chard and squash among 4 plates.
  • Arrange the lamb atop the vegetables, spoon sauce with fennel over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1801.7, Fat 95.6, SaturatedFat 40.4, Cholesterol 539.3, Sodium 1003, Carbohydrate 65.6, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 19.7, Protein 155.6

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND SHALLOTS



Braised Lamb Shanks with Caramelized Onions and Shallots image

Categories     Lamb     Onion     Potato     Braise     Low Cal     Lamb Shank     Root Vegetable     Parsnip     Red Wine     Winter     Rutabaga     Shallot     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Lamb Shanks
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound onions, sliced
5 large shallots, sliced (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried
6 3/4- to 1-pound lamb shanks
all purpose flour
2 1/2 cups dry red wine
2 1/2 cups canned beef broth
1 1/2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 bay leaves
Potato and Root vegetable mash
3 large russet potatoes (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
3 rutabagas (about 1 3/4 pounds), peeled, halved, thinly sliced
6 small parsnips (about 14 ounces), peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • For lamb shanks:
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add sliced onions and shallots and sauté until brown, about 20 minutes. Mix in 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary. Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle lamb shanks with salt and pepper; coat lamb with flour. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Working in batches, all lamb shanks to skillet and cook until brown on both sides, about 10 minutes per batch. Using tongs, transfer lamb shanks to plate. Add 1 cup dry red wine to same skillet and bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Pour into Dutch oven with onion mixture. Add remaining 1 1/2 cups red wine, canned beef broth, tomato paste and 2 bay leaves to dutch oven. Bring to boil, stirring until tomato paste dissolves. Add lamb shanks, turning to coat with liquid.
  • Bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until lamb is almost tender, turning lamb shanks occasionally, about 1 1/2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Uncover Dutch oven and boil until liquid is reduced to sauce consistency, stirring and turning lamb shanks occasionally, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For Mash:
  • Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add potatoes, rutabagas and parsnips. Boil until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Drain well.
  • Return vegetables to same pot. Mash until coarse puree forms. Mix in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Season vegetables to taste with salt and pepper. (Vegetable mash can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring frequently.) Transfer vegetables to bowl and serve.
  • Spoon Potato and Root Vegetable Mash onto plates. Top vegetables with lamb shanks and sauce. Sprinkle lamb shanks with additional chopped fresh rosemary and serve.

BRAISED LAMB STEW (FRESH-HERB KHORESH)



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This traditional Persian stew of lamb, kidney beans, and onions, is flavored with turmeric, saffron, coriander and Persian limes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 pounds)
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground saffron, dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
6 whole dried Persian limes, pierced
1 cup dried kidney beans
4 cups water
6 cups finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups finely chopped garlic chives or scallions
2 cups finely chopped fresh coriander
1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
4 tablespoons dried Persian lime powder or 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

Steps:

  • Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add lamb, onions, and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until meat is no longer pink and onions are softened, about 20 minutes. Add salt, pepper, turmeric, saffron water, whole dried Persian limes, and kidney beans; cook a few minutes more. Add the water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped parsley, chives, coriander, and fenugreek. Cook, stirring frequently, until they are wilted, about 10 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and cook, stirring constantly, until the herbs are very fragrant, about 10 minutes more.
  • Add sauteed herbs and lime powder to lamb mixture. Cover; simmer until meat and beans are tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Uncover stew, and cook until beans are very tender, and stew has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS WITH WINTER SQUASH AND RED CHARD



Braised Lamb Shanks with Winter Squash and Red Chard image

Provided by Cory Schreiber

Categories     Lamb     Vegetable     Braise     Dinner     Meat     Lamb Shank     Fennel     Squash     Butternut Squash     Fall     Winter     Chard     Bon Appétit     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 3/4- to 1-pound lamb shanks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1 1/2cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped parsnips
4 fresh large thyme sprigs
2 whole garlic heads, unpeeled, cut horizontally in half
1 cup dry red wine
5 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 large orange, peel and pith cut away, orange quartered
2 whole cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed
1 1 3/4-pound butternut squash, quartered lengthwise, seeded
1/2teaspoon (scant) ground nutmeg
1 fresh medium fennel bulb, trimmed, sliced (about 2 cups)
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
2 bunches red Swiss chard
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Sprinkle lamb on all sides with salt and pepper. Heat oil in heavy large pot over high heat. Add lamb; cook until brown, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plate. Add 1 tablespoon butter to drippings in pot. Add onion, carrots, parsnips, thyme and garlic. Sauté until vegetables soften and begin to brown, about 8 minutes. Add wine; boil until reduced almost to glaze, about 4 minutes. Return lamb to pot, arranging in single layer. Add stock, orange, cinnamon and 1 teaspoon fennel seeds; bring to boil. Place pot in oven. Braise lamb uncovered until tender, turning and basting often, about 2 hours 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, rub cut sides of squash with 1 tablespoon butter; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange squash, skin side down, on baking sheet. Roast on sheet alongside lamb until tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Scrape squash from skins into bowl; add nutmeg and 2 tablespoons butter. Mash with fork until almost smooth; season with salt and pepper. Transfer lamb to plate. Strain braising liquid into bowl; spoon off fat, if desired. Return liquid to pot. Add fresh fennel, orange peel and 1 teaspoon fennel seeds. Simmer until fennel is tender and sauce is thick enough to coat spoon, about 15 minutes. Return lamb to sauce.
  • Rewarm lamb shanks, covered, over medium-low heat, about 15 minutes. Rewarm squash in saucepan over low heat, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
  • Chard and final preparation:
  • While lamb and squash heat, cut out center stem from chard leaves; discard stems. Coarsely tear leaves. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add chard and toss until chard wilts, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide squash and chard among 4 plates. Arrange lamb atop vegetables; spoon sauce with fennel over.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful lamb, red onions, and macaroni. Look for lamb that is a deep red color and has a good amount of marbling. Red onions should be firm and have a deep red color. Macaroni should be a high-quality pasta that will hold its shape when cooked.
  • Brown the lamb and onions well: This step will help to develop the flavor of the stew. Be sure to brown the lamb in batches so that it doesn't crowd the pan and steam. Brown the onions until they are caramelized and slightly browned.
  • Use a good quality stock: The stock is the base of the stew, so it's important to use a good quality stock. You can use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, depending on your preference. If you are using a store-bought stock, be sure to choose one that is low in sodium.
  • Simmer the stew for a long time: This will help to tenderize the lamb and develop the flavor of the stew. Simmer the stew for at least 2 hours, or until the lamb is fall-apart tender.
  • Add the macaroni at the end of the cooking time: This will prevent the macaroni from becoming overcooked. Add the macaroni to the stew and cook for about 10 minutes, or until it is al dente.

Conclusion:

This winter stew of braised lamb, red onions, and macaroni is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. The lamb is tender and fall-apart, the onions are caramelized and slightly browned, and the macaroni is cooked to perfection. This stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.

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