Garlic Butter Roast Lamb
Delicious and tender Garlic Butter Roast Lamb infused with fresh garlic, herbs, and roasted to perfection. A must-try for special occasions or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 2 hours 15 mins
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
5-6 pounds Bone-in Leg of Lamb
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
8-10 Fresh Garlic Cloves, minced
2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Lemon, halved (optional)
1 cup Chicken or Beef Broth
Instructions
- Remove the leg of lamb from the refrigerator 1-2 hours before roasting. Pat dry and score the fatty side
- Mix softened butter, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper in a bowl
- Rub lamb with olive oil and spread garlic butter mixture over it
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place roasting rack in the pan and add broth
- Roast lamb fat-side up for 15-20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 325°F, roasting for 15-20 minutes per pound for medium-rare
- Baste every 30-45 minutes and check temperature for doneness
- Rest the lamb for at least 15-20 minutes before carving
- Carve and serve with pan juices
Notes
Bring the lamb to room temperature before cooking for more even results.
Score the fat cap to enhance rendering and flavor penetration.
Use a meat thermometer to accurately check for doneness.
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