Roasted Leg of Lamb

1. Season the Lamb

Season the leg of lamb generously with salt and fresh-ground black pepper. If necessary, use cotton string to tie the lamb for even cooking.

2. Preheat Oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for roasting the lamb.

3. Brown Top Side of Lamb

Place the leg of lamb in a roasting pan and brown the top side in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes.

4. Brown Underside of Lamb

Turn the lamb over to brown the underside for another 20 minutes in the oven.

5. Roast until Desired Temperature

Continue roasting the lamb until it reaches an internal temperature of 128°F (53°C), which should be checked after about 45 minutes of cooking time.

6. Rest the Lamb

Once the lamb has reached the desired temperature, let it rest for 20 minutes in a warm place before carving.

7. Carve and Serve

Carve the lamb carefully with a sharp knife, and cover it loosely with foil, shiny side down, to keep it warm while serving.

8. Optional Herb Crust

For a flavorful variation, rub the lamb with dried thyme, drizzle with olive oil, pat on fresh rosemary, and pound fennel seeds for an aromatic crust before roasting.