Lamb Chops with Artichokes 
 
Ingredients: 
2 lb (1 kg) lamb shoulder blade chops (about 4) 
1 Tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh thyme   
1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt and pepper   
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil     
1 large onion, thinly sliced     
1 cup (250 mL) dry white wine     
1/4 cup (50 mL) butter, melted   
2 Tbsp (25 mL) tomato paste     
2 jars (6 oz/170 mL each) marinated artichokes, drained 
1/2 cup (125 mL) peas      
 
Method: 
Sprinkle chops with thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat evenly. 
In non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat; brown chops on both sides and place in slow cooker. 
Sprinkle onion over top. Whisk together wine, butter and tomato paste; pour into slow cooker. 
Add artichokes. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or on High for 3 hours until lamb is very tender. 
 
Makes 4 to 6 servings. 
 
Tip: If fresh thyme isn’t available you can use 2 tsp (10 mL) dried thyme.