Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb
2017-03-21 12:16:11
Serves 8
This recipe is great for entertaining!
Ingredients
- 1 (5 to 6-pound) leg of lamb
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 20 (1-inch) pieces fresh rosemary
- 1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Set the EGG for direct cooking at 300ºF/149ºC.
- Using a small paring knife, make 20 (1-inch) cuts evenly all over the lamb.
- Stuff each hole with a slice of garlic and a piece of rosemary. Brush the lamb with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the lamb to the V-Rack and set the V-Rack in the Drip Pan. Put the Drip Pan on the grid and close the lid of the EGG. Roast for 2 to 2 1⁄2 hours, until the instant read thermometer registers 140ºF/60ºC. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Carve the lamb, transfer to a platter, and serve immediately.
- Serves 6 to 8
Notes
- Recipe courtesy of Big Green Egg®
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