Maple leg of Lamb
Maple leg of lamb

Preparation time 15 minutes

Total time: 3 minutes

Ingredients

  1. 1 fresh semi-boneless leg of lamb
  2. 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  3. 150 mL ( cup) maple syrup
  4. 60 mL (¼ cup) water
  5. 30 mL (2 tbsp.) brown sugar
  6. 45 mL (3 tbsp.) grated fresh gingerroot
  7. 2 to 3 star anise seeds, crushed (optional)
  8. Whole peppercorns to taste

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. Make incisions in the leg of lamb and insert garlic slices. Reserve.

  3. In a bowl, combine maple syrup, water, brown sugar, ginger, star anise and peppercorns.

  4. Place leg of lamb in an ovenproof dish and pour maple mixture over top.

  5. Roast lamb uncovered for 30 minutes.

  6. Reduce oven temperature to 160°C (325°F) and continue roasting for 2 to 2-1/2 hours, or until a meat thermometer reads 60°C (140°).

  7. Baste lamb frequently with pan juices during cooking.

  8. Remove lamb from oven and cover with aluminum foil. Allow to sit for 10 minutes before carving.

  9. Serve leg of lamb with an assortment of root vegetables.

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