Irish stew
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Irish stew is a simple dish traditionally made with lamb, potatoes, and onions in a thick gravy. It is a type of stew, which is a dish of meat, poultry, or fish cooked in liquid with vegetables over low heat. The cooking process tenderizes tougher foods and blends flavors. While Irish stew is a "white" stew, other stews can be brown and flavored with ingredients like garlic, tomato, and herbs. The term "mulligan stew" refers to a stew made from whatever ingredients are available.123
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