Irresistibly Tender Easy Lamb Roast for Your Holiday Table

Enjoy a stress-free Easy Lamb Roast that's perfect for holiday celebrations.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 2

Resting Time 15

Total Time 3 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Roast

5-6 lb Bone-In Lamb Leg Roast Look for the best flavor and tenderness.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Adds moisture; substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
5 cloves Garlic Sliced
1 tbsp Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning the meat.
1 tsp Ground Black Pepper Provides warmth to the seasoning.

For the Herbs

1 tbsp Chopped Rosemary Heaping; fresh is ideal.
1 tbsp Chopped Sage Heaping; thyme can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

Roasting Pan
Meat Thermometer
Oven
Paper towels

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Lamb Roast

Remove the lamb roast from packaging and let it rest at room temperature for about 1 hour. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the lamb leg dry with paper towels and make 1-inch deep holes in the top, along with shallow slices on the bottom.
Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the lamb and insert sliced garlic into the holes.
Season with kosher salt and black pepper, then sprinkle rosemary and sage all over.
Place the lamb in a roasting pan, fat side down, and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
After 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and roast for an additional 1.5 to 2.25 hours.
Remove the lamb from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 640mgPotassium: 350mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. Aim for 145°F for medium-rare. Let the roast rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.

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