Roasted Leg of Lamb
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Canadian
Roasted Leg of Lamb
Description
This Roasted Leg of Lamb recipe uses a 5-pound, bone-in leg that is trimmed and scored in a diamond pattern to allow the garlic and herb mixture to penetrate. The rub consists of minced garlic, olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. The garlic-herb paste is spread thoroughly over the lamb, especially rubbed into the cuts for maximum flavor.
The lamb is roasted fat side up on a rack in an oven preheated to 350°F, cooking for about 1.5 to 1.75 hours until the internal temperature reaches 135°F for medium doneness. After roasting, the leg is rested for 15 minutes before slicing to ensure moist, tender meat. The roasting pan is lined with foil for easy cleanup.
This leg of lamb pairs well with roasted potatoes or other sides and is suitable for hearty meals. Careful temperature monitoring ensures desired doneness without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 1 (5 pound) leg of lamb trimmed, bone-in
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon rosemary chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon thyme chopped fresh leaves
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper ground
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a shallow roasting pan with aluminum foil.
- Using paper towels, pat lamb dry. Using a sharp knife, score the top side of the lamb by making shallow cuts in a diamond pattern.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic, olive oil, rosemary, thyme, Dijon, salt and pepper.
- Place lamb, fat side up, on a rack in the prepared roasting pan. Spread garlic mixture evenly over the lamb, rubbing in thoroughly into the scored cuts.
- Place into oven and roast until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees F for medium, about 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes, or until desired doneness. Let rest 15 minutes before slicing.
- Serve immediately with mini hasselback potatoes.
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Overall Rating
5
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