Tavë Kosi (Lamb and Yogurt Casserole)

 This is Albania's national dish, a flavorful lamb and yogurt casserole.

Ingredients:

• 500g lamb
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons rice
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 500g plain yogurt
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the lamb: Cut lamb into pieces and brown in butter. Add a bit of water and cook on low until tender.
2. Prepare the rice: Add the rice to the lamb and cook for about 10 minutes until soft.
3. Yogurt sauce: In another pan, melt the butter and stir in the flour to make a roux. Add yogurt and whisk until smooth. Remove from heat, then beat in the eggs.
4. Combine: Pour the yogurt sauce over the lamb and rice mixture, and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes or until golden brown.