LEG OF LAMB-BONELESS-GREEK STYLE

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Make and share this Leg of Lamb-Boneless-Greek Style recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 3h55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 lb) boneless leg of lamb
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, reserved
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup dried oregano
8 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the 1/2 cup lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Whisk well.
  • Place lamb in a shallow baking dish and cover with marinade, turning to coat.
  • Marinate for 3 hours or overnight, turning a few times.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Remove lamb and place on a roasting rack over a baking dish.
  • Cook for 15 minutes, reduce heat to 350 degrees and continue cooking for another 40 minutes.
  • Test for desired doneness.
  • Remove lamb from oven, sprinkle reserved lemon juice over cooked meat, wrap in foil and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1043.7, Fat 82.7, SaturatedFat 30.6, Cholesterol 260.8, Sodium 1376, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 68.2

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