Greek Leg of Lamb

Succulent, aromatic, and rich with Mediterranean flavor, this Greek Leg of Lamb is a showstopping centerpiece for any special meal.

Servings

• For 8 Person(s)

Ingredients

• 7 pound(s) Organic free range leg of lamb
• 0.5 cup(s) Cold Pressed Organic Olive Oil
• 6 Organic cloves of garlic
• 1 Organic lemon – large
• 1 teaspoon(s) Organic Thyme (more if desired)
• 1 tablespoon(s) Organic Oregano (more if desired)
• 1 teaspoon(s) Sea salt (more if desired)
• 1 teaspoon(s) Pepper (more if desired)
• 1 Large organic onion diced
• 8 Organic Carrots, cut into 2 in pcs
• 8 Organic celery stalks, including the leafy tops, cut in 2 in pcs
• 8 Organic small red potatoes
• 0.5 pound(s) Organics Green beans (optional)

Greek Leg of Lamb Directions

1. Place the leg of lamb into a large roasting pan with a lid.
2. Pour olive oil over the lamb
3. Pierce the meat slightly and insert whole cloves of garlic.
4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the meat.
5. Season with Oregano, Thyme, Salt & Pepper.
6. Cook at 400 degrees for 30 minutes, uncovered, to brown the meat.
7. Place vegetables around the leg of lamb.
8. Turn oven down to 350 degrees for approx. 1 hour (for a 6 to 7 lb. leg of lamb) or until meat thermometer reads 145-150 degrees. Be careful not to touch the bone with the thermometer.
9. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
10. Carve and serve straight out of the pan.
11. Save bones for bone broth (optional).

Credit: Delicious Authentic Greek leg of lamb recipe.