Lamb Shoulder Roast With Spinach & Pine Nuts

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 2
Delightful Lamb Shoulder Roast With Spinach & Pine Nuts Recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 45 min

Ready In

2 hrs 5 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 lb fresh spinach
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 small onion , finely chopped
1 garlic clove , minced ( or pressed )
1/2 teaspoon dry oregano leaves
fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
4 - 4 1/2 lbs lamb shoulder , boned
salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
553
Sugar
2g
Fat
41g
This lamb shoulder roast recipe with spinach and pine nuts stuffing is a must-try. Lamb shoulder can be prepared in many different ways, but using spinach and pine nuts as a stuffing transforms this dish into something quite special. The combination of the savory and tender lamb and the earthy flavors of spinach and pine nuts makes it irresistible, and it's a perfect meal for a family dinner. It can also be an excellent choice for holiday dinners and celebratory meals with loved ones.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil, and toast pine nuts stirring occasionally until golden brown.
3.Add onions and garlic to skillet, cook for 3-4 minutes, allow onions to turn translucent.
4.Add in oregano and spinach and continue to stir until wilted thoroughly.
5.Remove skillet from heat and then mix in the breadcrumbs. Add salt and black pepper to season.
6.Season the lamb with salt, black pepper as desired.
7.Place the lamb in a roasting pan, then cover the lamb evenly with the spinach mixture.
8.Roast lamb in the oven for 15 minutes on high heat, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees F.
9.Continue to roast for 1 ½ hours or until the lamb has been cooked to your liking.
10.Allow the lamb to rest for about 10 minutes before carving. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe produces a very tender and flavorful lamb shoulder roast.
The spinach and pine nut stuffing is an excellent complement to the lamb.
It also is a great source of protein and essential nutrients making it great for a well-balanced diet.

CONS

It does take a while to prepare and cook this dish, so it might not be the best choice on a busy weeknight.
The lamb shoulder isn’t as lean as other cuts of lamb, so it’s important to watch portion sizes to avoid overindulging.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe provides an excellent source of protein, as well as other essential nutrients like zinc and iron. Spinach is packed with several key nutrients, including vitamin A, vitamin K, and folate, among others. Pine nuts are also packed with heart-healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.

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