How to Prepare and Cook a Leg of Lamb

By Kat Yares

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The first time you prepare leg of lamb can be daunting. Recipes for preparing and cooking are getting harder to find. But, it doesn’t have to be a challenge; roasted leg of lamb takes very little effort and rewards in a great meat dish.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • 1 – 5 to 7 pound leg of lamb
  • 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, slivered
  • Lemon juice
  • Basting brush
Step1
Trim all silver skin and visible fat from the surface of the meat.
Step2
Combine all the herbs in a bowl.
Step3
Cut one half inch pockets into the meat, working around all sides of the leg of lamb. Stuff each pocket with the herb mixture.
Step4
Brush lemon juice all over the leg of lamb. Use any leftover herbs to rub onto the meat.
Step5
Roast the meat in a 325 degree oven for at least 3 hours. A minimum of 3 hours is necessary for "rare" leg of lamb. It may take up to 4 1/2 hours for well done meat.

Tips & Warnings

  • A meat injector syringe makes for simple seasoning of the meat.
  • Use a meat thermometer to test for doneness. Leg of lamb should be at least 170 degrees to insure fully cooked meat.
  • Let the meat stand for at least 15 minutes before carving.
  • Mint jelly is the perfect partner for lamb to bring out the meats best flavor.

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