Description
Easter Garlic Butter Roasted Leg of Lamb is a tender, flavorful centerpiece, infused with aromatic garlic butter, perfect for family gatherings and special celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bone-in leg of lamb
- 6 fresh garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and rosemary to create a fragrant paste.
- Season the leg of lamb generously with salt and pepper.
- Rub the garlic butter mixture evenly over the lamb.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the meat before placing it in the oven.
- Roast on a rack in a pan for about 1 hour and 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
- Let rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing; serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Allow the lamb to rest for at least 15 minutes before carving to retain moisture.
- For added flavor, consider marinating the lamb overnight.
- Feel free to substitute rosemary with thyme or add balsamic vinegar for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg