Roasted Leg of Lamb

1. 1

   Combine the garlic, salt, pepper, thyme and rosemary.

2. 2

   With a sharp knife, cut slits all over the lamb, then rub with olive oil.

3. 3

   Rub the garlic and spice mixture evenly over the lamb; leave on the counter at room temperature for 1 hour.

4. 4

   Preheat oven to 450.

5. 5

   Place the lamb in a roasting pan, fatty side up, and bake for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to 325 and continue to roast until the lamb reaches desired temperature: 130 for medium-rare, 140 for medium.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes before carving.

8. 8

   To carve, make cuts every 1/4 inch or so perpendicularly along the leg down to the bone, then cut along the bone to remove everything in one fell swoop.

9. 9

   From there, carve off any remaining meat from the bone.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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