ROAST LEG OF LAMB WITH PESTO, RADICCHIO AND SHALLOTS

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Categories     Herb     Lamb     Roast     Easter     Low Carb     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 5- to 6-pound leg of lamb
1 7- to 8-ounce package purchased pesto sauce
8 ounces shallots, peeled
2 medium heads radicchio, each cut into 3 wedges (do not core)
basil sprigs

Steps:

  • Cut excess fat from leg of lamb, leaving thin layer. Set lamb in medium roasting pan. Make several slits in lamb and spoon some pesto into each. Rub remaining pesto into lamb. Cover lamb and let stand 2 hours at room temperature or refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Roast lamb 30 minutes. Add shallots to pan, turning to coat in pan juices. Roast 45 minutes. Add radicchio, turning, to coat in juices. Continue roasting until thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 140°F for medium-rare, about 45 minutes longer. Remove from oven and let stand 15 minutes. Transfer lamb, shallots and radicchio to platter. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs and serve.

Adediji Oladeinde
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I would definitely make this again.


Saba Thaheem
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Two thumbs up!


Kenzie Jones
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A+


Anita adrita
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5 stars!


Danny Wilson
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Technical Gamer
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This dish is a must-try for any lamb lover.


Sita Senchury
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I will definitely be making this again.


laxmi sapkota
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The lamb was cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious.


Mark Jones
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This was an easy recipe to follow and the results were amazing.


kieshawn mays
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I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and juicy.


Measure Less
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This recipe is a keeper! The lamb was so flavorful and moist, and the pesto was delicious.


Ryder Stwart
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I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the pesto was a great addition.


JR Rimon vai
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This dish was amazing! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


latonya Adams
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I loved this recipe! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the pesto was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Meer rind
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This was an easy recipe to follow and the results were amazing. The lamb was cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shannon Pulley
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I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the pesto was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Birbahadur Karki
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This recipe is a keeper! The lamb was so flavorful and moist, and the pesto was a great way to add some extra flavor. The radicchio and shallots were a nice touch too. I will definitely be making this again.


Corrupt Snuggz
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the pesto was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Floence Adzogble
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Wow! Just wow! This dish was amazing. The lamb was so tender and juicy, and the pesto was the perfect complement. The radicchio and shallots added a nice touch of bitterness and sweetness. I highly recommend this recipe!


Something Unknown
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This was an absolutely delicious meal!! The lamb was perfectly roasted and the pesto added a wonderful flavor. The radicchio and shallots were also a great addition. I will definitely be making this again!