Grandma Rose's Herb-Roasted Easter Lamb

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An Easter tradition was to have my mom's lamb recipe—Grandma Rose's herb-roasted Easter lamb.

Submitted by Lisa Wain
Updated on December 24, 2024
Herb roasted lamb in roasting pan surrounded by roasted small potatoes and garlic.
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
1 (4-pound) leg of lamb
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 6 large cloves garlic, peeled

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 (4 pound) boneless New Zealand leg of lamb, trimmed and tied

  • 2 pounds small red potatoes, halved

  • 6 large cloves garlic, unpeeled

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

  1. Combine 6 cloves peeled garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in the bowl of a food processor; pour in melted butter with processor running until finely minced and combined. Coat top and sides of lamb with rosemary paste; set aside at room temperature for 1 hour.

  2. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

  3. Toss potatoes, 6 cloves unpeeled garlic, and olive oil together in a bowl. Place lamb in center of a roasting pan; arrange potatoes and garlic around lamb.

  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 75 to 90 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Rest before slicing, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258 Calories
14g Fat
14g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 6g 28%
Cholesterol 66mg 22%
Sodium 530mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 25mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 579mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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