Leg of Lamb Stuffed with Basil Pesto Recipe

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Leg of Lamb Stuffed with Basil Pesto




Ingredients -

1 Leg of Lamb 2 cups of Fresh Basil Leaves 1/2 cup of Olive Oil 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan Cheese 1/2 cup of Pine Nuts 5 cloves Garlic Salt and Pepper, to taste

Preparation:

De-bone the leg of lamb and trim excess fat. Spread the pesto all over the inside of the leg and tie with a butcher string. Set in a roasting pan and let stand for 1 hour. Preheat the oven at 350ºF. Roast the leg for about 1 hour 20 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before carving.