Ragout of Lamb Shoulder with Cavatelli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Ragout of Lamb Shoulder with Cavatelli is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by John Besh At first glance, this might look like a simple lamb stew, but you will be delighted by its finesse when you remove the lamb from the bone, return it to the pot, and toss with your favorite pasta. The secret to this deep and succulent

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
1 5-pound bone-in lamb shoulder
1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
Leaves from 1 sprig fresh rosemary, chopped
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bunch leeks, trimmed, chopped, and cleaned
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
Pinch red pepper flakes
3 filets salt-cured anchovies
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Leaves from 4 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 cups red wine
Peel of 1/2 orange
1 cup red pearl onions, peeled
2 cups Basic Fond de Veau
1 16-ounce package cavatelli pasta, cooked
1 cup fresh sweet peas

Instructions

Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over high heat. Season the lamb shoulder with the fennel, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add the lamb to the pot and sear on all sides, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 5 –7 minutes. Transfer to a platter.
Add the leeks, celery, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the anchovies, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf and cook, stirring constantly, until a dark, mahogany-colored crust forms on the bottom of the pot, 3 –4 minutes.
Add the wine and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Return the lamb to the pot and add the orange peel, red onions, and Fond de Veau. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook until the lamb is tender, about 2 hours. Remove from the heat and let the lamb cool in the pot, covered. Discard the bay leaf.
When you're ready to serve, pull the lamb meat from the bone and return to the rich sauce in the pot along with the cooked pasta. Add the sweet peas and warm thoroughly before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ragout of Lamb Shoulder with Cavatelli good for PCOS?

Yes, this Ragout of Lamb Shoulder with Cavatelli recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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