Lamb kleftiko with potatoes
For kleftiko, braise lamb, potatoes, onions, garlic, lemon and oregano for several hours in a sealed parcel of baking paper.
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For kleftiko, braise lamb, potatoes, onions, garlic, lemon and oregano for several hours in a sealed parcel of baking paper.
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