Roast Rosemary Leg of Lamb

Roast lamb is perfect for Easter time or any special occasion. This succulent rosemary leg of lamb recipe calls for a flavorful rosemary, garlic and onion rub.

 

TIME & SERVINGS

YIELDS: 8 SERVING(S)
PREP TIME: 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 2 HOURS
 

INGREDIENT

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup minced fresh rosemary
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bone-in leg of lamb (5 to 6 pounds), trimmed
 

INSTRUCTIONS(STEPS)

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Combine the oil, rosemary, onion, garlic, salt and pepper; rub over lamb. Place fat side up on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.
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