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Ingredients

1.5 pounds	lamb shoulder or leg, bone-in
3 cloves	garlic, sliced
1 large	onion, sliced
2 medium	potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 medium	red bell pepper, sliced
1 medium	green bell pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons	olive oil
1 tablespoon	lemon juice
1 teaspoon	dried oregano
1 teaspoon	dried thyme
1 teaspoon	salt
0.5 teaspoon	black pepper
0.5 cup	dry white wine
—	parchment paper
—	aluminum foil

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. 2 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. 3 Add the lamb pieces to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. 4 Place a large sheet of parchment paper on a baking tray, followed by a sheet of aluminum foil.
5. 5 Spread the onion slices, potatoes, and bell peppers on the parchment paper.
6. 6 Place the marinated lamb on top of the vegetables.
7. 7 Pour the white wine over the lamb and vegetables.
8. 8 Wrap the lamb and vegetables tightly in the parchment paper and foil, creating a sealed parcel.
9. 9 Place the parcel in the oven and bake for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until the lamb is tender and falls off the bone.
10. 10 Remove from the oven, unwrap the parcel carefully, and serve hot.