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Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Lamb - Experience the rich, succulent flavors of a traditional Sunday dinner with this classic roast lamb recipe. Infused with fresh rosemary and zesty garli

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Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Lamb

Experience the rich, succulent flavors of a traditional Sunday dinner with this classic roast lamb recipe. Infused with fresh rosemary and zesty garlic, this leg of lamb is a testament to time-honored British culinary traditions. Its luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture and aromatic herb accents make it a centerpiece dish worthy of any special occasion or family gathering.

Serves 6 🍷 Wine Pairings 🥗 Side Dishes

Ingredients

Carrots
4, peeled and cut into large chunks
Potatoes
6, peeled and cut into large chunks
Salt and pepper
to taste
Olive oil
3 tablespoons
Fresh rosemary sprigs
10
Garlic cloves
10, peeled and sliced
Leg of lamb
1 (about 2.5 kg)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6.
  2. Using a sharp knife, make small incisions all over the lamb. Push a slice of garlic and a small sprig of rosemary into each incision, infusing the lamb with these flavors.
  3. Rub the lamb all over with the olive oil, then season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the lamb in a large roasting tin and roast in the oven. The cooking time depends on your preferred doneness: about 1hr 30min for medium (20min per 500g), or adjust as per your liking.
  5. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes and carrots in a large pan of salted water for 10min. Drain well and set aside.
  6. When the lamb is cooked to your satisfaction, remove it from the oven and let rest for 15min. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a moist and flavorful roast.
  7. Serve the lamb with the boiled potatoes and carrots, making sure to drizzle some of the pan juices over the vegetables for added flavor.

Tips

  • 💡 For a more robust flavor, consider marinating the lamb overnight with the garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • 💡 You can add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips to the boiling water for a wider variety of sides.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Calories: 950 Fat: 64g Carbs: 36g Protein: 60g Sodium: 240mg Sugar: 3g

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