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Lancashire Hotpot

British · Dinner · Medium

Lancashire Hotpot

Total
3 hr 5 min
Prep
25 min
Serves
6
Calories
610
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Slow-braised lamb and kidneys sit beneath overlapping potatoes with crisp golden edges. Onion, carrots and savory gravy soften underneath.

The potato lid in Lancashire Hotpot does two jobs: the lower slices absorb gravy while the exposed edges turn crisp. Lamb shoulder and kidneys bring a deep savory flavor that needs only a little Worcestershire sauce.

Slice the potatoes evenly and keep the first part of the bake covered. Uncover only after the meat is tender, then raise the heat to brown the top without drying out the filling.

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Method

  1. Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Melt 2 tbsp butter in a wide ovenproof casserole over medium-high heat. Brown lamb shoulder and lamb kidneys in batches for total; transfer to a plate.

  2. Cook onions and carrots in the same pan over medium heat for until softened. Stir in flour for , then add Worcestershire sauce, chicken stock, salt and black pepper.

  3. Return meat and juices, add bay leaves and bring to a simmer. Arrange potatoes in overlapping layers on top. Melt remaining butter and brush over the potatoes.

  4. Cover and bake for until the lamb is fork-tender, the kidneys are cooked through above 160°F and the potatoes yield easily to a knife.

  5. Uncover, raise the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake for until the potato edges are golden. Rest for before serving; remove the bay leaves as you portion.

Forkue tips

  • Use a shallow casserole so there is plenty of potato surface to brown.

Storing and reheating

Keep the lancashire hotpot refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat covered at 350°F until hot, then uncover to restore the crisp potato edges. Freeze for up to 2 months.

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

610Calories
39gProtein
40gCarbs
33gFat

Lancashire Hotpot: FAQ

Can I omit the kidneys?

Yes, replace them with about 6 oz additional lamb shoulder. The gravy will be a little milder but the cooking method stays the same.

Why are the top potatoes hard?

Thick slices or an uncovered first bake can keep them from steaming tender. Slice thinly and keep the casserole covered until a knife passes easily through.

How do I store and reheat Lancashire Hotpot?

Keep the lancashire hotpot refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat covered at 350°F until hot, then uncover to restore the crisp potato edges. Freeze for up to 2 months.

How long does Lancashire Hotpot take?

About 3 hr 5 min in total: 25 min prep and 2 hr 40 min cooking.

What do I need to make Lancashire Hotpot?

The key ingredients are butter, lamb shoulder, lamb kidneys, onions, carrots and all-purpose flour, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Lancashire Hotpot?

Use a shallow casserole so there is plenty of potato surface to brown.

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