Put the peas in the fridge before you leave for the day, so they will be thawed when you're ready to eat, and will heat in minutes.

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Ingredients

• 2 lb. boneless lean lamb
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 carrots, cut into 1" chunks
• 2 onions, sliced
• 4 potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/4 cup quick cooking tapioca
• 3 cups water
• 1 bay leaf
• 10 oz. pkg. frozen peas, thawed

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 600 minutes

• Total Time: 625 minutes
• Yield: 8-10 servings

Preparation

Cut lamb into 1-1/2" cubes and season with salt and pepper. Place vegetables, except peas, in bottom of 4-6 quart crockpot. Sprinkle with tapioca and place lamb on top. Pour water over all; add bay leaf. Cover and cook on low for 10-12 hours. Add peas last 30 minutes of cooking; when they're hot, stir the stew and serve immediately.