Garlic Herb Crusted Roast Lamb
A delicious and hearty dish featuring a tender lamb roast coated in a flavorful blend of garlic and herbs, served with crispy baby potatoes.
Ingredients
For the lamb
- 5-6 pounds boneless lamb roast Choose a quality cut for best results.
- 1 cup melted butter
- 5 cloves minced garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme Fresh thyme is ideal.
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped oregano Fresh oregano will enhance flavor.
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary Fresh rosemary gives a robust flavor.
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
For the potatoes
- 2 pounds baby potatoes Choose small, new potatoes for better roasting.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is recommended.
- to taste additional salt and pepper Season to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Rub the boneless lamb roast with salt and pepper and place it in a roasting dish.
Herb Butter Mixture
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, chopped thyme, oregano, rosemary, sea salt, and pepper.
- Carefully rub the herb butter mixture all over the lamb roast.
Potatoes
- In another bowl, toss the baby potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes around the lamb in the roasting dish.
Roasting
- Roast in the preheated oven until the internal temperature of the lamb reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit, cooking for about 1 ½ to 2 hours.
Notes
For maximum flavor, consider marinating the lamb with herbs and garlic overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.