St. Patrick’s Day Roast Leg of Lamb

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 10
St. Patrick's Day Roast Leg of Lamb: A delicious and hearty meal perfect for the holiday
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2 hours 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 -4 lbs leg of lamb
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup garlic , chopped
1/4 cup parsley , chopped
2 tablespoons black pepper
2 tablespoons coarse salt
2 large yukon gold potatoes
1/4 cup yellow onion , diced
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup peas
1 teaspoon of fresh mint , chopped
12 cherry tomatoes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
440
Sugar
6g
Fat
19g
St. Patrick's Day is a holiday that is celebrated all over the world, especially in Ireland and the United States. It is a day to celebrate Irish culture and heritage. One popular tradition on St. Patrick's Day is to enjoy a classic Irish meal, such as corned beef and cabbage or a roast leg of lamb. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to celebrate the holiday with a delicious and hearty meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, black pepper, and coarse salt.
3.Rub the spice mixture all over the leg of lamb.
4.Place the lamb on a rack in a roasting pan and roast in the oven for about 1 1/2-2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium rare.
5.While roasting the lamb, peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Boil in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter until smooth.
6.In a separate pan, sauté the onion until soft and translucent. Add in the peas and mint, cooking until the peas are tender.
7.Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
8.Serve the roast lamb with the mashed potatoes, peas, and cherry tomatoes.

PROS

The St.
Patrick’s Day Roast Leg of Lamb is a festive and flavorful dish that is perfect for the holiday.
The lamb is tender and juicy, while the mashed potatoes and peas add a comforting touch.
The cherry tomatoes provide a fresh burst of flavor that pairs well with the lamb.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare and cook, so it may not be suitable for a quick weeknight dinner.

Lamb can be expensive and some may not enjoy the taste of it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein, iron, and zinc. The Dijon mustard, garlic, and black pepper used in this recipe have been linked to health benefits such as reducing inflammation and improving digestion. The potatoes and peas are a good source of vitamins and fiber.

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