Whether you keep your own sheep (or plan to) or are interested in buying whole animals direct from a producer, this course will give you all the know-how you need to deal with the carcass, as well as some delicious recipes that make the very best of the meat. Keep me informed >
Starting the day with two whole carcasses, one of a locally reared lamb, and one of either Hogget (a one-to-two year old lamb) or mutton, The River Cottage team will demonstrate and explain the principles and process of butchering the carcass. They will go on to show how to prepare delicious and manageable joints, both for the freezer and for immediate cooking, plus meat for lamb burgers and spicy mergues sausages. Over the course of the day, you will be taught how to turn the offal in to delicious recipes, as well as learning a recipe for slow-cooked lamb or mutton casserole.
Half way through the day, guests will sit down to a special lamb lunch prepared by the River Cottage Chefs. You will be given a copy of all the recipes to try at home.
Maximum no of guests: 25
This event is demonstration based and practical participation is not required, although volunteers are encouraged to take part in the demonstrations at some point during the day.
Seasonality: September to June
Location: This course is run from River Cottage H.Q on the Dorset/Devon border.
Wine/drink: We are a licensed venue. We also have a Bring Your Own policy and we do not charge corkage. We have a wide selection of the finest organic wines. We will be serving organic cordial and iced water from our own well.
Accommodation: If you need local accommodation click here. Or call the Lyme Regis Tourist Information Office on 01297 442 138, they will be very happy to help.
Age: We would advise that this course is only really suitable for 12yrs of age and upwards. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. We put these guidelines for the safety, comfort and enjoyment of all our guests.
Time: 10.00am to 5.00pm
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