Instructions: Remove beans from their pods and put shelled beans in a quart of boiling, salted water for 1 minute. Drain and run under cool water. When cooked, remove beans from their inner shells by tearing off a small piece from the rounded end with your fingernail. Squirt the beans out by pinching the opposite ends.

Meanwhile, put oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cover. Cook, stirring periodically, about 20 minutes, uncovering for the last 5 minutes, until lightly browned. Set aside.

Bring stock to a boil in a large saucepan and add Bulgar. Bring to a boil again, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook about 8-10 minutes. Add beans, lamb, thyme, salt and pepper. Stir and cook 3-5 minutes more. Remove from heat and let steam 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and pour onto platter. Top with onions, chives and mint.

Yield: 4 main dishes or 6 side dishes

without lamb

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