Easy winter lamb dinners for the family

If you ask us, winter is made for slow-cooked lamb. It’s tender, rich, and soaks up flavour like a dream – perfect for stews, pies, and roasts. These recipes are just the thing for when you want something comforting without too much faff in the kitchen.

Whether you’re feeding the family or just want something warm and satisfying at the end of the day, these recipes tick all the boxes. So pop the oven on, get the lamb bubbling away, and let the comforting aromas do the rest!

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Braised lamb shoulder with feta, lemon and herbs

Let the oven do all the grunt work and turn this simple lamb shoulder into a thing of beauty. Tender, rich and delicious, it’s a flexible main that can be served with any range of side dishes, vegetables or carbs.

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Mild lamb curry

We love our slow cookers and this lamb curry is the perfect slow cooking dish for winter. Tender lamb a flavourful sauce that’s ready when you get home from work? Swap the cream for coconut cream if you want this dairy-free.

Lamb shank and kale ragu

Winter vegetables are given the opportunity to shine with the backdrop of tender and hearty lamb shanks. Tossed through pappardelle, this is winter on a plate in all the right ways.

Mulled wine stew

Mulled wine is a winter favourite and the traditional warming spices give the lamb a special treatment. Serve over wild rice with seasonal greens on the side for an easy dish.

Cumin lamb stir fry

The fragrant combo of chilli, cumin and soy sauce is a quick way to flavour while still being approachable in the midweek rush. Noodles are our favourite way to serve this and loaded with whatever seasonal vegetables are great to stir fry.

Lamb tagine

Chickpeas and lamb are a classic combination, inspired by a Moroccan tagine. The six ingredients here are given the opportunity to shine in the most delicious way.

Lamb and barley soup

A pot of this bubbling on the stove and you’ve got a treat for everyone. A low simmer is key to the ultimate results and don’t forget, good quality bread to mop up the bowl.

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Balsamic lamb chops

Simple and tasty, this is a great midweek dinner that everyone loves. Use carrots, parsnips and potatoes for the vegetables and you’ve got a tasty feast at hand.

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Harira

Loaded with lentils, chickpeas and tender chunks of lamb, this is a high protein dinner that packs a full nutritious punch. Fresh coriander on top and perhaps a slice of Turkish bread on the side.

French navarin of lamb

A navarin is a classic French stew that when made in the slow cooker, is hearty and delicious. Full of winter vegetables, it’s an easy way to bring French gastronomy to your kitchen.