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Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe

A classic roast leg of lamb recipe that's perfect for any special occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 leg Lamb about 5-6 pounds
  • 4 cloves Garlic sliced
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Rosemary chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Make small incisions all over the lamb and insert garlic slices into each incision.
  3. Rub the lamb with olive oil, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place the lamb in a roasting pan and roast for 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
  5. Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Dinner, Lamb, Roast
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