Five-Hour Roast Lamb With Beans And Olives Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and season the lamb with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices.
• STEP 2.Place the lamb in a roasting pan and add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery.
• STEP 3.Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and cover the roasting pan with foil.
• STEP 4.Roast the lamb in the oven for five hours, basting occasionally with the pan juices.
• STEP 5.In the last hour of cooking, add beans and olives to the roasting pan and continue cooking.
• STEP 6.Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before carving.
• STEP 7.Serve the roast lamb with beans and olives, along with the pan juices. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Choose a bone-in leg of lamb for the best flavor and tenderness.
• Feel free to add additional vegetables like potatoes or parsnips to the roasting pan.
• For a crispy exterior, remove the foil during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover lamb in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the lamb in the oven or microwave until heated through.
• Serve the roast lamb with beans and olives alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.