Scotch Broth (Lamb Soup)
This is a hearty, satisfying, healthy and delicious soup. And a great use for leftover lamb, or even a way to serve fresh lamb. This is probably the first food I prepared in the kitchen, I think at the age of 12, and is still a favorite. Of course, it also freezes well.Servings: 2 quarts
Ingredients
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 2-3 large carrots chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 ribs celery chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2-1 lb lamb chopped
- 1/2 cup barley
- 2 quarts broth chicken or beef, or a combination
- 1/2 cup sherry (cooking sherry is ok)
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the carrots, onion, celery and garlic in olive oil until onion starts to become translucent, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add lamb. If lamb is raw, sauté about 10 minutes until it starts to brown.
- Add barley, then broth and cook until barley is tender, about 30-40 minutes.
- Add sherry and salt & pepper. Serve and enjoy!