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Rosemary Leg of Lamb

Rosemary Leg of Lamb
Roast lamb is a treat for our family at Easter Time and on other special occasions. Before putting the meat in the oven, I rub on a mixture of garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper, which enhances the flavor. -Marie Hattrup Sparks, Nevada
10-12 ServingsPrep: 10 min. Bake: 1-1/2 hours

Ingredients

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 bone-in leg of lamb (7 to 9 pounds), trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup beef broth

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the garlic,
  • rosemary, salt and pepper; rub over meat. Place on a rack in a large
  • roasting pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 hours or until the meat reaches
  • desired doneness (for medium-rare, a meat thermometer should read
  • 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°;). Let stand 10
  • minutes before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, pour pan drippings and loosened brown bits into a small
  • saucepan. Skim fat. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Whisk
  • into drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until
  • thickened. Serve with lamb. Yield: 10-12 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 slice) equals 220 calories, 8 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 119 mg cholesterol, 268 mg sodium,
© Taste of Home 2013

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Rosemary Leg of Lamb (continued)

Nutrition Facts: 1 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 33 g protein.
Wine: Medium-Bodied Red Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied red wine such as Chianti, Sangiovese, Malbec or Zinfandel.
© Taste of Home 2013