Leg Of Lamb With Goat Cheese Recipe

Name: Leg Of Lamb With Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 stems fresh thyme, divided; 8 stems fresh oregano, divided; 6 leaves of fresh mint; 3 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, divided; 4 minced garlic cloves, divided; 3 lbs boneless leg of lamb, butterflied; 7 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature (with herbs); 2 cups cabernet sauvignon wine; 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/4 cup honey; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

12 stems fresh thyme, divided
8 stems fresh oregano, divided
6 leaves of fresh mint
3 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, divided
4 minced garlic cloves, divided
3 lbs boneless leg of lamb, butterflied
7 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature (with herbs)
2 cups cabernet sauvignon wine
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Strip the leaves off 5-6 stems of thyme, 3-4 stems of oregano and 5-6 mint leaves. Chop finely and mix with 1 tsp lemon zest and half the garlic. Open the butterflied leg of lamb completely until flat. Spread herbs over cut surface. Spread goat cheese over herbs, distributing as evenly as possible. Roll leg back together and tie with butcher's twine.
2
Place stuffed leg into a large zip top bag. Combine wine, lemon juice and honey, stirring until honey dissolves. Add to bag with several more stems of thyme and oregano and remaining lemon zest. Press out as much air as possible and refrigerate 1-2 hours, turning over at least once.
3
Preheat oven to 300u00b0F Remove roast from marinade and dry thoroughly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and place on a rimmed cookie sheet. Roast 20-25 minutes per lb, or until the internal temperature reaches 135 for rare or 145 for medium. Remove from oven and tent with foil. Let rest 10-15 minutes, until the temperature comes up to 140 for rare or 150 for medium. Remove strings, slice and serve.

3670

kcal

Calories

306

Fat

260

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 stems fresh thyme, divided, 8 stems fresh oregano, divided, 6 leaves of fresh mint, 3 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest, divided, and more.

Yes, Leg Of Lamb With Goat Cheese 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.

Leg Of Lamb With Goat Cheese

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