Roast Leg of Lamb with Rosemary Recipe
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Roast Leg of Lamb with Rosemary

By: JMASS 
"This leg of lamb is marinated overnight with fresh rosemary, garlic, mustard, honey and lemon zest. Be prepared for many requests for seconds!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (344)

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 20 Min
Ready In:
1 Day 1 Hr 35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 pounds whole leg of lamb
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the honey, mustard, rosemary, ground black pepper, lemon zest and garlic. Mix well and apply to the lamb. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
  2. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  3. Place lamb on a rack in a roasting pan and sprinkle with salt to taste.
  4. Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 20 minutes, then reduce heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and roast for 55 to 60 more minutes for medium rare. The internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) when taken with a meat thermometer. Let the roast rest for about 10 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 790 | Total Fat: 55.4g | Cholesterol: 224mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2003 by SUE WEBB-SMITH   view full review
I read all the reviews prior to making this dish and share the following: I did add the dash...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2005 by JC Perez   view full review
Taste buds went to heaven! We used a boneless leg of lamb, just under 7lbs. We added 1/4 c...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 26, 2003 by K. SEELYE   view full review
Very tasty for you lamb lovers! We added a squirt of lemon juice and 1 tbsp. balsalmic...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Sophie's Mom   view full review
My first attempt at lamb. It was fabulous. I did put an aluminum foil tent on the leg of lamb...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2004 by PETERAYLEN   view full review
made this recipe for easter dinner. my wife didn't want me to do it because it wasn't her...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 14, 2003 by Cookeratheart   view full review
I too followed the advice of another member and put all the ingredients in the blender. Then I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 9, 2007 by AmTricia Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Wow. This was my first roast lamb, and it was spectacular! I made it for Easter dinner and it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2006 by Kathy   view full review
Great, I cooked mine in an oven bag to enhance the flavour and avoid the marinade burning....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 18, 2003 by JENNMICHE   view full review
Lamb is a favorite around our household, but had always been reserved for dinners at...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2007 by Eila Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This lamb roast was delicious. I put garlic cloves inside the roast to help add to the flavor...

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