Garlic and Herb Leg of Lamb with Potatoes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

– 1 leg of lamb (4-5 lbs), bone-in or boneless
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved
– 1 large onion, quartered
– 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped
– 1/4 cup olive oil (for marinade)
– 2 tbsp olive oil (for potatoes)
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

 

Instructions:

1. Create the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well blended and forms a paste.

2. Prepare the Lamb: Generously rub the garlic herb mixture all over the leg of lamb, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Let the lamb marinate at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate it overnight for a more intense flavor. Remember to bring it back to room temperature for roasting.

3. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting.

4. Arrange the Vegetables: In a large roasting pan, toss the halved baby potatoes and quartered onion with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Spread the potatoes and onion evenly on the bottom of the pan.

5. Position the Lamb: Place the marinated leg of lamb on top of the potatoes in the roasting pan to allow the juices to mingle during cooking.

6. Roast to Perfection: Insert the roasting pan into the preheated oven. Roast the lamb and potatoes for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, estimating about 20 minutes per pound. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, aiming for 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare or adjust according to your preference.

7. Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the lamb from the oven and loosely cover it with foil. Let it rest for 15-20 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Slice the lamb and serve with the tender roasted potatoes, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutritional Information: This recipe serves approximately 6-8 people. Each serving provides roughly:
– Calories: 450
– Protein: 40g
– Carbohydrates: 30g
– Total Fat: 20g
(Note: Nutritional values can vary based on preparation and portion size.)

Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 1 to 1.5 hours