Irish Stew
from Feasting At Home

1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves

1-2 cups frozen or fresh peas (optional, for color)

2-3 large sprigs of thyme, or 2 bay leaves

4 cups chicken broth or stock

2 pounds baby potatoes (1-2 inch in diameter)

1 pound baby carrots (or about 6 medium cut in 3-inch lengths)

1 pound frozen peeled cipollini onions (or use 3 medium unions, cut into wedges)

3-4 tablespoons oil

Salt and pepper

3 pounds lamb shoulder (or use beef chuck roast) cut in 2-inch chunks