South Dakota - State flower: American Pasque

1. Shrimp and Oyster Bisque
2. Cabbage Soup
3. Scandinavian Vegetable Salad
4. Lamb Stew
5. Fried Cucumbers
6. Fattigmands

Lamb Stew - Serves 4 to 6

4 lbs lamb shoulder cut into 1-½" cubes
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
6 dried juniper berries, crushed
5 cups water
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp fresh ground pepper

Heat the oil in a large, heavy kettle or casserole, one with a tight fitting lid. Add lamb and brown on all sides. Add onion, garlic and juniper berries; sauté until the onion is golden. Pour in 2-½ cups water, season with salt and pepper, cover and simmer for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

When lamb is tender, remove and serve hot.

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