irish stew

Ingredients

• 2 pounds lamb shoulder meat
• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1 - bay leaf
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 stalk celery, chopped small
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon chives
• 4 cups beef broth
• to taste - salt and pepper