Lamb and Savory Casserole

luvcook'n's Note:

Savory has a piquant, slightly peppery flavour. This casserole can be prepared 2 days ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator or frozen for 2 months.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 10 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 ½ lbs lamb leg chops
• ¼ cup oil
• 2 medium onions , quartered
• 2 garlic cloves , crushed
• 4 medium zucchini , sliced
• ½ cup tomato paste
• 1 cup low sodium beef broth
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh savory
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh marjoram

Directions:

1. Remove fat and bones from chops; cut lamb into 3/4" cubes.
2. Heat half the oil in large saucepan, add lamb, stir over medium heat for about 7 minutes or until lamb is well browned.
3. Remove from heat, drain on paper towel.
4. Heat remaining oil in same pan, add onions and garlic, stir over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until onions are soft.
5. Stir in lamb and remaining ingredients.
6. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, simmer for about 30 minutes or until lamb is tender; stir occasionally.