Roast Leg of Lamb

This foolproof leg of lamb recipe with garlic and rosemary is incredibly simple to prep for a tender, flavorsome, and impressive holiday meal.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 45 mins
• Total Time: 2 hr
• Calories: 382 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 4 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
• 5 pounds leg of lamb

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Cut deep slits on the top of leg of lamb every 3 to 4 inches; push slices of garlic down into the slits. Generously season with salt and pepper. Place lamb on a roasting pan; arrange several sprigs of fresh rosemary under and on top of the lamb.

Step 3

Roast in the preheated oven for 1 3/4 to 2 hours, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the lamb reads at least 135 degrees F (57 degrees C) for medium-rare to medium doneness.

Step 4

Cover lamb with aluminum foil and let rest for at least 10 minutes before carving.