Roast Leg of Lamb Recipe
A succulent roast leg of lamb features a simple herb, lemon, and garlic marinade, ideal for special occasions.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450 F.
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Mix all ingredients except olive oil and salt to form the marinade.
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Rub the leg of lamb with the marinade, then bag and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.
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Remove lamb from the refrigerator 45 minutes prior to cooking to reach room temperature.
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Transfer lamb from marinade to a rack in a roasting pan, fat-side up. Rub with olive oil and generously season with salt.
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Roast for 15 minutes at 450 F, then reduce oven temperature to 315 F.
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Continue roasting for about 10 minutes per pound until internal temperature reaches 135 F.
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Rest the lamb for at least 20 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.