Nigel Slater's lamb hotpot is simple to put together and a perfect cosy dinner for two on a cold day. Serve with some simple greens. Preheat the oven to 170C/350F/Gas 4. Lightly dredge the lamb ...

Spread the spice mixture all over the lamb, rubbing it into the incisions well. Pour 300ml cold water into the bottom of the tray, then cover the whole thing with kitchen foil. Roast for 3¼ hours ...