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Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the barley. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, drain, and set aside. When the soup is ready, add the barley and cook the soup for another 15 or 20 minutes, until the barley is tender.
Add the onion and continue cooking, stirring, until the lamb is browned and onion is tender, about 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with thyme and add the carrots, bay leaf, and stock. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour.Add the potatoes to the pan, cover, and continue cooking for 25 minutes. Taste and add salt and pepper, as desired. Stir the chopped parsley into the stew, if using. In a cup or bowl, stir flour into the cold water until the mixture is smooth.Add to the stew, stir well, and cook for a minute or two, until thickened. Serve the lamb stew with a salad and crusty rolls for a delicious meal.aste and add salt and pepper, as desired. Stir the chopped parsley into the stew, if using. In a cup or bowl, stir flour into the cold water until the mixture is smooth. Add to the stew, stir well, and cook for a minute or two, until thickened. Serve the lamb stew with a salad and crusty rolls for a delicious meal.