Rustic Spanish Lamb and Milk Stew

1. Heat Olive Oil and Brown Lamb

First, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer and flow easily. Add the lamb pieces to the pot and brown them on all sides. Keep an eye on the lamb and turn the pieces to get an even brown crust.

2. Sauté Garlic

Once the lamb is browned, add the chopped garlic to the pot. Sauté the garlic until it becomes fragrant and turns a golden color, which will take a few minutes.

3. Deglaze with White Wine

Next, pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pot, making sure to scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. Let the wine simmer until it reduces by half.

4. Add Spices and Milk

Add the cloves and thyme sprigs to the pot, stirring them into the mixture. After incorporating the spices, pour in enough milk to create a creamy sauce.

5. Simmer and Cook Until Tender

Reduce the heat to a low simmer and let the stew cook until the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded together.

6. Serve

Serve the stew hot, accompanied by potatoes or crusty bread.