apparently it became a forum for a continuation of the disgruntled GUESTs discussion...yawn. The person who started it was accused of doing so to piss someone off, becaue she'd mentioned making Iron Ore stew in another thread.

I suggest we start it again:

I posted my yummy Braised Lamb Shanks recipe!

here it is again, with   some afterthought   additions:

BRAISED LAMB SHANKS

Brown lamb shanks on all sides in a heavy pan with a tablespoon of oil. For savory flavor, use onions or garlic. Add diced onions to the oil and saute until translucent with the lamb, OR, insert slivers of garlic into slits in the lamb before browning.
When lamb is browned, add stock or water to cover. Add sliced carrots and potatoes. Season with thyme and/or rosemary, salt and pepper. Put in crockpot (or Dutch oven or heavy skillet on stovetop). Cover and simmer over low heat until vegetables are tender. Rice or barley may be added to extend or richen the stew.