Best 9 Roasted Herb Stuffed Leg Of Lamb Recipes

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Roasted herb stuffed leg of lamb is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for special occasions. The moist and flavorful meat is cooked to perfection and is complemented by a savory herb stuffing. The lamb leg is roasted in a Dutch oven or roasting pan, which helps to keep it moist and tender. The stuffing is made with a combination of herbs, bread crumbs, and vegetables, and is added to the lamb leg before it is roasted. The result is a delicious and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

HERB-STUFFED LEG OF LAMB



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Categories     Herb     Lamb     Roast     Easter     Spring     Chive     Parsley     Gourmet

Yield Makes 10 servings (as part of larger meal)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1 (2 1/2-pound) boneless leg of lamb*
1 tablespoon plus 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Special Equipment
kitchen string; an instant-read thermometer

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Finely chop parsley and garlic together and transfer to a small bowl, then stir in chives.
  • Open lamb like a book, fat side down, on a work surface and sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Spread herb mixture evenly over lamb, then fold lamb back into original shape and tie with string at 1-inch intervals. Pat lamb dry and transfer to a small roasting pan. Rub lamb with oil and sprinkle with remaining tablespoon salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Roast lamb until thermometer inserted diagonally 2 inches into lamb averages 135 to 140°F for medium-rare (test in several places, as different parts of leg cook at different speeds), 40 to 50 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let stand, loosely covered with foil, 30 minutes before slicing. Cut off and discard string and serve lamb warm or at room temperature.
  • *Available at most supermarkets.

ROASTED HERB-STUFFED LEG OF LAMB



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Categories     Lamb     Roast

Yield 8 svgs

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 c. chopped fresh parsely
1/3 c. olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp minced fresh rosemary
1 6lb boned and butterflied leg of lamb (about 7 lbs before boning)
Coarse kosher salt
1/2 c. dry white wine
1/2 c. beef broth or water

Steps:

  • Stir first 4 ingredients in a small bowl. Place lamb, boned side up, on work surface. Sprinkle with s&p. Spread with mixture; roll up from long side; tie at 2" intervals. Rub with s&p. Can be made 1 day ahead; cover; chill. Preheat oven to 450. Place lamb in roasting pan. Roast uncovered until thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 130F-135F for medium-rare, about 50 min. Transfer to platter; let rest 15 min. Add wine and broth to pan. Stir up browned bits over high heat. Pour pan juices into small bow. Remove strings from lamb; cut crosswise into 1/2" thick slices. Place lamb on platter; serve with pan juices.

HERB-ROASTED LAMB



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Celebrate with Ina Garten's easy Herb-Roasted Lamb recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network. Fresh rosemary gives it flavor, while potatoes make it a meal.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 large unpeeled garlic cloves, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 (6-pound) boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and tied
4 to 5 pounds small unpeeled potatoes (16 to 20 potatoes)
2 tablespoons good olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place the oven rack in the lower third of the oven so the lamb will sit in the middle of the oven.
  • Peel 6 of the cloves of garlic and place them in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Add the rosemary, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, and butter. Process until the garlic and rosemary are finely minced. Thoroughly coat the top and sides of the lamb with the rosemary mixture. Allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Toss the potatoes and remaining unpeeled garlic in a bowl with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place in the bottom of a large roasting pan. Place the lamb on top of the potatoes. Roast for 20 minutes. Turn the heat down to 350 degrees F and roast for another 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until a meat thermometer registers 130 to 135 degrees F for medium-rare. Place the lamb on a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 15 minutes. Slice and serve with the potatoes.

STUFFED LEG OF LAMB



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Rolled leg of lamb stuffed with spinach, goat's cheese and pine nuts. Suggested: Serve with Brussels sprouts cooked in butter and fresh garlic. A scrumptious Irish cuisine that is sure to please!

Provided by Patrick

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     Irish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (5 pound) boneless leg of lamb
salt and black pepper to taste
1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach leaves
6 ounces goat cheese, or more if needed
2 teaspoons pine nuts
kitchen twine
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Remove plastic netting or twine from around the leg of lamb, if any, and open up the roast on a cutting board. Place the boned side of the roast up. With a sharp paring knife, cut away any excess fatty areas. Use a sharp knife to cut 1/2-inch deep slits in the meat about 2 inches apart, to help the meat lie flat. Cover the meat with a sturdy piece of plastic wrap or a cut-apart food storage bag, and pound the meat with a mallet or the edge of a small plate until the roast is about 3/4 inch thick everywhere, and 10 to 14 inches square.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Sprinkle the upper side of the meat with salt and pepper, and then spread spinach leaves over the top of the roast to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Break up the goat cheese and sprinkle it evenly over the spinach, then sprinkle the pine nuts over the cheese.
  • Roll the roast up into a tight cylinder, and tie the roast together with kitchen twine at 2 inch intervals. It's okay if a little stuffing protrudes from the sides of the roast.
  • In a flat dish, mix together the flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of pepper, the thyme, and the fennel seeds, and press the tied roast firmly into the flour mixture to coat all sides.
  • Heat the sesame oil in a heavy oven-proof or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers, and sear all sides of the roast, including the ends, to a golden brown color. Lay the roast into the skillet, place into the preheated oven, and roast to your desired degree of doneness, or an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (65 degrees C) for medium, about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven, cover with a doubled sheet of aluminum foil, and allow to rest in a warm area 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 132.1 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1092.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

HERB-CRUSTED LEG OF LAMB



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At a traditional Greek Easter dinner, lamb is served medium to well done. If you like it rare, roast it for a shorter amount of time.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 legs of lamb (9 pounds each), bone in, trimmed of excess fat
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 medium head garlic
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup brandy
1 1/2 cups Homemade Chicken Stock, or canned low-sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Let lamb stand at room temperature for one hour. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Remove all but a thin layer of fat from the lamb. Rub lamb with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Place on a rack in a heavy roasting pan.
  • Meanwhile, rub head of garlic with 1/4 teaspoon oil; wrap loosely in foil. Bake until garlic is very soft, about 1 hour. Let cool.
  • Cut off top of garlic head; squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl. Using a fork, mash garlic to a paste. Add extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix well.
  • Rotate pan after lamb has roasted 1 1/4 hours. After 30 minutes more, slather lamb with roasted-garlic paste. Roast an additional hour (for a total roasting time of about 2 3/4 hours), or until an instant-read thermometer inserted at the thickest part reads 160 degrees. Remove from oven, and let rest 20 minutes.
  • Transfer lamb to a carving board. Pour off fat from roasting pan; place over medium-high heat. Sprinkle with flour, and stir with a wooden spoon. Pour in brandy; scrape up brown bits from bottom of pan. Lower heat to medium; let liquid reduce by half. Add stock, stirring until incorporated. Add rosemary and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Slice lamb; serve with sauce on the side.

GARLIC HERB CRUSTED ROAST RACK OF LAMB RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: rack of lamb, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, breadcrumb, fresh flat-leaf parsley, fresh rosemary, grated parmesan cheese, whole grain dijon mustard

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ lb rack of lamb, frenched
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
¾ cup breadcrumb
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 ½ tablespoons fresh rosemary
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 ½ tablespoons whole grain dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Season lamb generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a cast iron over medium high heat.
  • To the hot pan, add in 4 tablespoons of the the olive oil, along with the lamb and garlic. Sear all sides of the lamb until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove browned lamb, and place cooked lamb onto a baking sheet.
  • Remove garlic and add to food processor with along with the breadcrumbs, parsley, parmesan, rosemary, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pulse until combined. Pour onto a large plate.
  • Brush the top and sides of the lamb with mustard.
  • Coat the top and sides of the lamb with the breadcrumb mixture and roast in oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Allow to rest before slicing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 1 gram

HERB AND GARLIC ROAST LEG OF LAMB



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Enjoy this herb flavored roasted leg of lamb served with pan juices that's perfect for a dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crumbled
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
5- to 6-pound boneless leg of lamb

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • In small bowl, stir all ingredients except lamb until well mixed.
  • Place lamb in shallow roasting pan (keep netting or string on lamb). Spread herb mixture over entire surface of lamb. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of lamb and does not rest in fat.
  • Roast uncovered 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes for medium-rare or until thermometer reads 140°F. (For medium doneness, bake until thermometer reads 155°F.)
  • Remove from oven; cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes or until thermometer reads 145°F (or 160°F for medium doneness). Remove netting or string before serving. Serve with pan juices if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 48 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 1 g

ROASTED WHOLE LEG OF LAMB WITH FRESH HERB RUB



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The aroma of a roasting leg of lamb will entice you with delicious promise long before you sit down to eat. This classic preparation-smothered with Dijon mustard and herbs, surrounded by spring vegetables, and served with a rich pan sauce-makes a dramatic focal point for a meal, especially Easter.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 six- to seven-pound leg of lamb, trimmed
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, plus 1 bunch for pan and garnish
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, plus 1 bunch for pan and garnish
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 onions, peeled and quartered
4 carrots, peeled
4 stalks celery
6 new potatoes, halved if large
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 cup homemade or canned beef stock

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Season lamb with salt and pepper. Make 1-inch slits all over; place a sliver of garlic in each. Rub 2 tablespoons mustard over lamb; coat evenly with thyme and rosemary, patting gently.
  • Rub oil over bottom of roasting pan; cover with herb bunches. Place lamb on top. Roast 20 minutes; reduce heat to 375 degrees. Add onions, carrots, celery, and potatoes; season with salt and pepper. Roast until meat thermometer inserted near center, avoiding bone, reads 140 degrees, about 70 minutes. Transfer lamb and vegetables to a platter; let rest 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make sauce: Knead flour and butter together. Pour off fat; place pan over medium heat. Add wine; reduce by half. Add remaining mustard and stock. Stir; reduce slightly. Strain into a saucepan; simmer. Add butter mixture in small pieces, whisking constantly. Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper. Garnish with herbs.

STUFFED GREEK LEG OF LAMB



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Roasted boneless leg of lamb, stuffed with artichoke hearts, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes.

Provided by poker playing chef

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 1/2) pound leg of lamb, butterflied
olive oil, or as needed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 (12 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 (6 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Lay out the leg of lamb on cutting board with the inside of the lamb facing you. Drizzle olive oil evenly over the lamb. Sprinkle oregano and basil over the lamb. Top lamb with artichoke hearts, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Roll the lamb around the stuffing. Bundle the lamb with kitchen twine to keep from unrolling. Wrap lamb in aluminum foil and place in a baking dish.
  • Roast in preheated oven to your desired degree of doneness, or an internal temperature of 150 degrees F (70 degrees C) for medium, about 90 minutes. Set aside to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing. Reserve pan juices for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 105.2 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 602.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips for Making Roasted Herb Stuffed Leg of Lamb:

  • Choose a high-quality leg of lamb from a reputable butcher.
  • Use a variety of fresh herbs for the stuffing, such as rosemary, thyme, and sage.
  • Season the lamb generously with salt and pepper before roasting.
  • Roast the lamb at a high temperature for an initial period, then reduce the heat and continue cooking until the lamb reaches the desired doneness.
  • Let the lamb rest for at least 15 minutes before carving.
  • Serve the lamb with a flavorful sauce, such as a mint sauce or a red wine sauce.

Conclusion:

Roasted Herb Stuffed Leg of Lamb is a delicious and impressive dish that is perfect for special occasions. By following these tips, you can ensure that your lamb is cooked to perfection and that your guests will enjoy a memorable meal.

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