Description
A savory and flavorful family meal!
Ingredients
- 1 whole (6 To 7 Lb. Size) Semi-Boneless Leg Of Lamb
- 1 cup Lemon Juice
- 1 head Garlic, Divided
- 8 whole Golden Potatoes, Scrubbed And Halved
- 3 Tablespoons Dried Oregano
- 2 Tablespoons Dried Rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper
Preparation
Heat oven to 450ºF.
With a sharp knife, trim all fat from the leg of lamb. Wash with lemon juice and place in large roasting pan.
Make scores, about 1/4-inch deep, over entire top of lamb.
Slice 4 to 5 garlic cloves in half, and roughly chop the remaining garlic. Insert halved garlic cloves with a sharp knife at various intervals into leg. Spread chopped garlic over top of lamb and season with oregano, rosemary and pepper. Arrange halved potatoes around lamb, cut side up.
Roast at 450ºF for about 20 minutes to sear. Lower heat to 325ºF and roast for an additional 1 1/4 hours or until meat thermometer registers 160ºF for medium. Turn potatoes halfway through roasting time.
Serves 6 to 8.
