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Lancashire hotpot
Layer lamb and onion in a deep dish with thyme, bay and salt. Add stock to come just below the top of the meat.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Lancashire hotpot take?
2 hr 50 min all in โ 20 min prep, 2 hr 30 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Dutch oven, Oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1ยฝ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Lamb โ Mutton or goat. Older, more correct in spirit. Longer cook.
Any tips from this recipe?
Do not drown the pot. The lamb makes juice. Kidneys are traditional. Add them if your table wants them.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.