Lamb with Quince

Serves: to serve 6

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Cook Time: 45 Minutes

Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins

Ingredients

2 lb - lamb shoulder

1½ lb - quinces

3 oz - caster (superfine) sugar

7 tablespoons - olive oil

1 teaspoon - ground cinnamon

  - ground rosebuds

  - salt and pepper

Directions

1. Remove any bone and cut the meat into about 10-12 pieces. Season with salt, freshly ground pepper, cinnamon and ground rosebuds then sautée in a large pan for a few moments in hot olive oil. Cover with water and allow to gently simmer.
2. Meanwhile, wash and peel the quinces and cut them in pieces. Add them to the pan, sprinkle with the sugar and continue simmering, stirring from time to time.
3. When the meat is cooked (about 30- 45minutes depending on the size of the pieces), remove from the heat and allow to rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with steamed potatoes, pasta or couscous. Or serve cold with a simple salad of lettuce leaves.