English~Hot Pot

English Hot Pot

6 potatoes
1 1/2 lb lamb shoulder or breast
2 lamb kidneys [optional]
1 large onion , sliced
salt and pepper
1 cup water
2 tablespoons melted butter.

Place half the potatoes in greased casserole, then add meat, cut
into cubes. Cover with sliced onion and season with salt and
pepper. Add water. Place remaining potatoes on top, covering
meat completely. Brush with melted butter. Place in moderate
oven 350 F and cook for 2 hours. Serves 4-6.