Mild Curried Lamb Casserole with Almonds

Commonly referred to as bobotie in its native South Africa, this everyday dish is typically served over rice, with assorted accompaniments.**** It feels like it is a cross between a quiche and a bread pudding. Pretty good had to give it a try. I added lentils because I didn't have enough lamb, otherwise followed the recipe as written and served with a salad.

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

3 medium onions, finely chopped

2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (1 ½-inch piece)

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

¾ teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon ground coriander

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon ground cardamom

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

2 pounds ground lamb

½ cup slivered almonds (1 ounce), toasted

4 slices white bread, crusts removed

1 ¾ cups whole milk

2 tablespoons apricot preserves

1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

4 large eggs

⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

4 fresh or dried bay leaves

Accompaniments, such as cilantro sprigs, lemon or lime wedges, mango chutney, sliced banana, and unsweetened coconut flakes

Cooked rice, for serving

Directions at marthastewart.com

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