Sheep were first domesticated in Mesopotamia between 11,000 and 9,000 B.C. In northwestern China, the areas which are Gansu and Qinghai today have been breeding and consuming sheep for 5,000 years.

After declining heydays in the mid to late 1900s, lamb and mutton have slowly reclaimed their spots in America's home kitchens -- albeit with less frequency than poultry or beef. But there's a reason ...

Spring is traditionally the time to eat lamb. Historically, during the season, young lamb was brought to market and was used in Easter and Passover celebrations. In modern times breeding takes place ...

If you want to start cooking lamb at home, slow cooking is a good method to start with — after all, slow cooking is fairly hands-off while also ensuring that the meat turns out tender and flavorful.

Cooking lamb is an easy way to make things feel special. Perhaps because, at least in America, not many of us grow up eating it. By the time I went to college I had tried every cut of beef under the ...

Confession: I did not initially read this recipe very carefully. I saw a picture of Suzanne Somers with rosy cheeks and an innocent top-knot. I noted something that could vaguely be identified as lamb ...

Lamb requires respect, time and knowledge. Which cut to choose? How to cook it without fear? In this article we tell you everything: key pieces, tricks from great chefs and mistakes to avoid. Because ...

Rising beef prices make this flavorful roast a smart holiday alternative. Here’s your buying and cooking guide for a low-stress centerpiece.

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