Name: Roasted Leg of American Lamb
Ingredients: 1 boneless leg of American Lamb (approximately 6 pounds); 4 garlic cloves (smashed); 2 lemons (zested); 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme (chopped); 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons dried oregano; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped); 1 bunch parsley (chopped); 1 cup olive oil (Try Caraluzzi's Extra Virgin Olive Oil); 1/4 cup kosher salt

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Roasted Leg of American Lamb

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Ingredients

LAMB

1 boneless leg of American Lamb approximately 6 pounds

MARINADE

4 garlic cloves smashed
2 lemons zested
1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
1 bunch parsley chopped
1 cup olive oil Try Caraluzzi's Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup kosher salt

Instructions

In small bowl, combine all ingredients.
Rub mixture on leg of lamb. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate overnight.
Bring lamb to room temperature and sprinkle with salt.
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into center of leg reads 125°F to 130°F.
Cover loosely with aluminum foil and allow to rest for 20 minutes.
Pairing suggestion: Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Merlot.

Notes

Photo and recipe courtesy of American Lamb.

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