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Scrag recipes

The scrag or scrag end is an inexpensive cut of lamb from the neck. It contains a lot of bone and is best used in casseroles, soups and stews.

Neck of lamb with lemon and thyme
by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall

Neck of lamb is a cheaper cut of meat, but no less delicious if cooked long and slow with plenty of seasoning.

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