Spiced Lamb Stew With Apricots Recipe

Ingredients

2 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes3 tablespoons butter1-1/2 cups chopped sweet onion3/4 cup dried apricots1/2 cup orange juice1/2 cup chicken broth2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground cardamomHot cooked couscousChopped dried apricots, optional

Preparation

In a large skillet, brown lamb in butter in batches. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute onion in drippings until tender. Stir in the apricots, orange juice, broth and seasonings; pour over lamb.

Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with couscous. Sprinkle with chopped apricots if desired.