- 6 lb - Leg Of Lamb (well-trimmed)
- 5 - Garlic Cloves (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 20 - Small Sprigs Of Fresh Rosemary
- 20 - Small Sprigs Of Fresh Sage
- ¼ cup - Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Method:
- Make thin and deep slits all over the leg of lamb with the help of a small, sharp knife.
- Insert the garlic slivers and herb sprigs into the slits.
- Drizzle the leg of lamb with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Let it marinate at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425o F.
- Place the leg of lamb on a rack set in a roasting pan.
- Let it cook for one hour.
- Remove from oven.
- Let it cool for ten minutes before carving.