Cut the lamb into cubes and trim
off any excess fat.
Fry in a non stick pan over low
heat, stirring, until the fat begins to run.
Spoon off the excess fat.
Slightly increase the heat and
cook, turning occasionally until evenly brown.
Remove with a draining spoon.
Fry the onions in the fat remaining
in the pan, stirring to prevent them coloring.
Add the garlic and flour, cook for
1 minute, then gradually stir in the stock, then the orange juice.
Return the meat to the pan, season
with salt and pepper and stir in the mint.
Bring to the boil, then transfer to
an ovenproof casserole.
Cover and cook for 21/2
hours.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a
large pan of boiling, salted water for 12-13 minutes, or according
to the directions on the packet, until just tender.
Drain thoroughly and stir into the
casserole.
Cover and return to the oven for 15
minutes.
Serving Suggestion :
A large bowl of mixed salad - such as
shredded hard white cabbage, thinly sliced celery and courgettes and
quartered tomatoes - or just a green salad well laced with fresh herbs.