ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH ROSEMARY

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Roast lamb is perfect for Eastertime or any special occasion. This succulent dish calls for a flavorful rosemary, garlic and onion rub.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

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