Leg of Lamb with Wine Marinade

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Leg of Lamb with Wine Marinade

YIELD Makes 4 servings
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INGREDIENTS

1‑1/2 cups red wine
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1‑1/2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed

PREPARATION:

  1. Combine all ingredients except lamb in medium bowl. Place lamb in large resealable food storage bag. Add wine mixture to bag. Close bag securely, turning to coat. Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare grill for indirect cooking. Drain lamb; reserve marinade.
  3. Place lamb on grid directly over drip pan. Grill, covered, over medium heat about 45 minutes for medium or until internal temperature reaches 145°F when tested with meat thermometer inserted into thickest part of roast. Brush occasionally with reserved marinade. (Do not brush with marinade during last 5 minutes of grilling.)
  4. Transfer roast to cutting board; cover with foil. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before carving. Internal temperature will continue to rise 5°F to 10°F during stand time.
This recipe appears in: Lamb
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Sodium 664 mg
Protein 25 g
Fiber 1 g
Carbohydrate 9 g
Cholesterol 73 mg
Total Fat 13 g
Calories 311
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
Fat 2-1/2
Meat 3
Vegetable 1

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