Arni Lemonato (Roast Lemon Lamb) Recipe

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   Serves: 6-8

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   Oven temperature: 180 C (350 F)

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   Cooking Time: 2 1/2 hrs

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   Wipe leg with damp cloth.

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   Cut small slits over surface of lamb.

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   Cut garlic cloves into slivers and insert in slits.

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   Rub entire surface with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

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   Sprinkle with herb and place in a roasting pan.

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   Cook in a moderate oven for 1 hour.

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    Drain off fat and add in warm water to pan.

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    Spread butter on lamb and return to oven.

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    Cook for further 1 1/2 hrs or possibly till lamb is cooked to taste.

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    Turn during cooking to brown proportionately.

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    Allow lamb to rest in hot place for 15 to 20 min before carving.

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    Skim off excess fat from pan juices, reduce if necessary and serve with the lamb.

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    Note: 1 kg (2 lb) potatoes, peeled and quartered, may be cooked with the lamb during the last hour.

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    Sprinkle with additional lemon juice, herb, salt and pepper.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.