Mix of Snowy Day Cooking: Lamb Leg & Turkey Recipe, Baking Fresh Bread

leg of lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken thigh

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: stock

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while stock is budget-friendly.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Rub the leg of lamb with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

Place the lamb in a roasting pan and surround it with chopped onions, carrots, and potatoes.

Pour red wine and beef broth into the pan.

Roast in the preheated oven for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.

Baste the lamb with pan juices every 30 minutes for even cooking.

Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Serve with the roasted vegetables and pan juices.

Cooking Techniques

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