Easter Leg Of Lamb Recipe

Name: Easter Leg Of Lamb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Marinade:; 1 (16 ounce) container plain yogurt; 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped; 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed; 1/2 head garlic, peeled and smashed; 1 1/2 lemons, zested; 1/2 (6 pound) leg of lamb; For roasting:; 2 large onions, quartered; 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 3 tablespoons ground black pepper; 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped; 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed; 1/2 head garlic; 1 1/2 lemons, zested

Servings: persons

Marinade:
1 (16 ounce) container plain yogurt
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped
1/2 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed
1/2 head garlic, peeled and smashed
1 1/2 lemons, zested
1/2 (6 pound) leg of lamb
For roasting:
2 large onions, quartered
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons kosher salt
3 tablespoons ground black pepper
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped
1/2 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed
1/2 head garlic
1 1/2 lemons, zested

1
Mix yogurt, 4 sprigs of rosemary, 1/2 bunch of parsley, smashed garlic, and zest of 1 1/2 lemons in a large bowl. Place the leg of lamb in the yogurt mixture and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
2
The next day, preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread onions on the bottom of a roasting pan. Remove lamb from the marinade, rinse and pat dry. Set aside.
3
Place olive oil, salt, pepper, 4 sprigs of rosemary, 1/2 bunch of parsley, 1/2 head of garlic, and zest of 1 1/2 lemons in a food processor. Process until the mixture becomes a smooth paste. Rub leg of lamb with the paste, and place on top of the onions in the roasting pan.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Continue baking until desired doneness, 40 to 50 minutes for medium. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Marinade:, 1 (16 ounce) container plain yogurt, 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped, 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, stems removed, and more.

Yes, Easter Leg Of Lamb falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Easter Leg Of Lamb

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