Garlic Roasted Leg of Lamb With Lemon Oregano Potatoes Recipe

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Garlic Roasted Leg of Lamb With Lemon Oregano Potatoes
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  1. If the lamb is frozen, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. Bring the meat to room temperature before roasting.
  3. If the lamb is fatty, trim the thick fat but leave a thin layer.
  4. Rub 1 tablespoon of oil over the entire surface of the lamb, then sprinkle the whole surface with 2 teaspoons oregano and a generous grinding of pepper.
  5. Slice 4 garlic cloves into 16 slivers.
  6. Using the tip of a small knife, make 16 1/2 -deep slits in the lamb and insert the slivers of garlic into the slits.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  8. In a small measuring cup, whisk together the remaining tablespoon oil, remaining 2 teaspoons oregano, remaining 4 garlic cloves (finely minced), 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper, water and lemon juice.
  9. Peel the potatoes and cut into 1 cubes (no larger or they won't cook thoroughly.).
  10. While you are working, put the cubed potatoes immediately into cold water to prevent them from turning brown.
  11. Drain the potatoes and place in a large covered roasting pan.
  12. Toss with the lemon juice mixture.
  13. Lightly sprinkle the entire surface of the lamb with salt, then set the lamb on the potatoes, rounded side down.
  14. Roast the lamb uncovered for 30 minutes.
  15. Then turn it over, cover, and continue to roast for another 1 to 1-1/2 hours. I like my lamb well done so I go for the longer time.
  16. Stir the potatoes occasionally and if they stick to the pan, add a couple of tablespoons of water to loosen them.
  17. Remove the lamb to a cutting board and let stand for 15 minutes before carving.
  18. Keep the potatoes warm in the oven until ready to serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 640.64 Kcal (2682 kJ)
Calories from fat 338.13 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 37.57g 58%
Cholesterol 172.37mg 57%
Sodium 308.59mg 13%
Potassium 820.63mg 17%
Total Carbs 28.04g 9%
Sugars 5.55g 22%
Dietary Fiber 4.18g 17%
Protein 43.65g 87%
Vitamin C 7.5mg 12%
Vitamin A 1.3mg 43%
Iron 6.1mg 34%
Calcium 72.7mg 7%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 164.67 Kcal (689 kJ)
Calories from fat 86.91 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.66g 58%
Cholesterol 44.3mg 57%
Sodium 79.32mg 13%
Potassium 210.93mg 17%
Total Carbs 7.21g 9%
Sugars 1.43g 22%
Dietary Fiber 1.07g 17%
Protein 11.22g 87%
Vitamin C 1.9mg 12%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 43%
Iron 1.6mg 34%
Calcium 18.7mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 15.1
    Points
  • 16
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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