Lamb, Roasted With Herb Pesto And Potatoes Recipe

Name: Lamb, Roasted With Herb Pesto And Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 4 to 5 lb leg of lamb; 6 cloves garlic; 1 package mint; 1 package basil; 1 package rosemary; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 lemon lemon juice; 2 -1/2 pounds potatoes, cut in quarters; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary; Salt; Pepper

Servings: persons

1 4 to 5 lb leg of lamb
6 cloves garlic
1 package mint
1 package basil
1 package rosemary
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lemon lemon juice
2 -1/2 pounds potatoes, cut in quarters
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary
Salt
Pepper

1
Pulse garlic, herbs, and olive oil in food processor until it resembles pesto. Trim silvery membrane and some fat from lamb. Coat fat side of lamb with pesto, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or up
2
to 24 hours.
3
Remove from refrigerator, uncover, squeeze juice of 1/2 of a lemon over lamb and season with salt and pepper. Let rest 30 minutes prior to roasting.
4
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Roast lamb uncovered for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees and roast 20 minutes per pound. [Check whether it should be less than 20 min/pound.] Continue roasting lamb until near 45 minutes from done.
5
Toss quartered potatoes with olive oil, garlic, and rosemary. Scatter around the roast and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Continue roasting 30-45 minutes or until browned.
6
Allow roast to rest 10 minutes before carving. Plate sliced meat and potatoes. Pour juices from pan and cutting board over the meat and potatoes. Garnish with herbs.

339

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 4 to 5 lb leg of lamb, 6 cloves garlic, 1 package mint, 1 package basil, and more.

Yes, Lamb, Roasted With Herb Pesto And Potatoes 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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Lamb, Roasted With Herb Pesto And Potatoes

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