Roast Leg Of Lamb

Total Time
About 4 hours
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Ingredients

Yield:Six to eight servings
  • 1large onion, peeled and sliced
  • 6 to 8cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed
  • 6 to 8sprigs fresh thyme, bruised
  • 6 to 8sprigs fresh oregano, bruised
  • 1bottle dry white wine
  • 1cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 15-to-6-pound leg of lamb
  • 1½teaspoons salt
  • 2teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
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Nutritional analysis per serving (8 servings)

844 calories; 62 grams fat; 19 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 34 grams monounsaturated fat; 6 grams polyunsaturated fat; 7 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 2 grams sugars; 46 grams protein; 582 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine the onion, garlic, herbs, wine and olive oil in a shallow dish large enough to hold the lamb. Add the lamb and rub the mixture over it. Marinate in a cool place for 1 to 2 hours, turning frequently. Remove from the marinade about 2 hours before serving. Pat dry and bring to room temperature. Take the thyme, oregano and garlic out of the marinade. Remove the leaves from the thyme and oregano and mince with the garlic. Place in a small bowl. Stir in the salt, pepper and enough marinade to make a stiff paste.

  2. Step 2

    Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Place the lamb on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Rub the paste all over the lamb. Roast for 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees. Roast for 15 minutes more. Turn the lamb over. Roast for 30 minutes. Turn again and roast for 25 minutes longer. The lamb will be rare. Remove from the oven. Let it rest for 15 minutes. Carve, reserving the juices. Place on warmed serving plates. Drizzle with the juices. Serve with the beans and greens.

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What beans and greens??

It's a competent recipe, but there are better recipes out there.

Do you have any recommendations? Ok not sure where to find the best meat recipes. Thanks!

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