Stuffed Greek Leg of Lamb

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 leg of lamb (7-8 pounds)
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

1 hour

Cooking Time:

3-4 hours

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine onion, celery, carrots, parsley, mint, sundried tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives.
3. Season with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Using a sharp knife, make a deep slit вдоль the length of the leg of lamb.
5. Stuff the lamb with the vegetable mixture.
6. Tie the lamb with kitchen twine to secure the stuffing.
7. Place the lamb in a roasting pan and roast for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare.
8. Let the lamb rest for 15 minutes before carving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Fat: 30 grams
• Protein: 40 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Succulent and flavorful lamb
• Herbacious and aromatic stuffing
• Tender and juicy
• Impressive presentation

User Comments:

• "The lamb was cooked to perfection and the stuffing was incredible. Five stars!"
• "The flavors were so well-balanced. It's a dish I'll definitely make again."
• "I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have kitchen twine, you can use toothpicks to secure the lamb.
• If the lamb starts to brown too quickly, cover it with foil.
• Let the lamb rest before carving to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender dish.