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Spiced Lamb and Dill Yogurt Pasta

Spiced Lamb and Dill Yogurt Pasta
Photo by Emma Fishman, Food Styling by Pearl Jones

Yogurt makes this pasta creamy and comforting without feeling too rich. It is inspired by the Middle Eastern dish shish barak, tiny dumplings filled with lamb and pine nuts in a tangy yogurt sauce. You’ll find all those flavors here but made simpler and brighter with help from dried pasta and plenty of fresh dill.

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