Roast Lamb

[Barmaid]

Im going to cook roast lamb for the OH next Sat. My problem is this. I dont really like lamb so Ive never actually cooked a lamb joint.

What is the best roasting joint? How is it best roasted so it is tender? I understand long and slow, but Ive no idea. He also likes it slightly pink.

Plus just to add to the problem, I am going to have to start the meal here and then transport it 20 miles (I have an appointment here in the afternoon before I leave to go to his).

Help, please? Im trying to spoil him because he is having a really bad week.

[237SJ]

I hate to say this but you shouldn't partially cook meat, let it cool down and then reheat it but anyway, I would cook it in foil and transport it when you are at the stage where the foil needs to be removed for browning. Make sure the oven at the other end is up to the right heat.

[ethandron]

We were served them at an aunt of mine, she followed Elizabeth Davids recipe, and they were lovely. But to be honest, I really wouldn't have known the difference between some of the ones we've had since, ready done and then zapped.
Equally, I've had some dire ones vacuum packed from Costco..
Hope he appreciates your efforts Barmaid ;)

[emmie]

the gravy is the residue from the mix of oil/mustard/redcurrant jelly and its delicious. cut meat and pour over, fabulous way to cook lamb and not too expensive.

[Tilly2]

I'd buy a couple of lovely steaks and a bottle of nice red wine . Cook roast lamb when you have time to do it. Don't stress yourself out.

[webbo3]

i always use this recipe, loose the smashed veg tho.

https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/lamb-recipes/incredible-roasted-shoulder-of-lamb-with-smashed-veg-and-greens/


Dave

[Barmaid]

Its not that I feel I have to jump thru hoops Jno, I was just trying to cook him his favourite to cheer him up a little. Hes done so much for me. But you are probably right. And he'll appreciate whatever I do.

[Tilly2]

I love roast lamb but cannot abide lamb shanks. They stink!

[Barmaid]

sorry, you werent all there when I last posted!

[tamborine]

Lamb shanks are twice cooked to tenderise. Boiled first then stewed/cassaroled with veg for flavouring.

[Barmaid]

Hmmm, Tilly, the smell might put me off. I cant stand strong smelling meat.

Emmie, that sounds very nice.

237SJ, yes thats a worry.

Perhaps I am being too ambitious in my attempts to please someone and should just turn up with a couple of steaks, a decent bottle and some nice underwear...........

[Barmaid]

webbo - I looked at that recipe earlier, I thought it looked quite nice.

[emmie]

barmaid

i make it for special occasions, which i haven't had since the o/h passed away, so long ago now...

[ethandron]

Barmaid, I nearly said, a few bits of lacy stuff, a bottle or two of wine, and maybe a jar of some chocolate paint and a soft brush, can't go wrong :)

[-SharonA-]

i love shanks and often cook them slowly in wine till meat is falling off the bone.

[tamborine]

Tesco sell ready cooked lamb shanks

https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/265192066?sc_cmp=ppc*GHS+-+Grocery+-+New*PX+%7C+Shopping+GSC+%7C+All+Products*PRODUCT+GROUP265192066*&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIiKyxmYPi1wIV7rvtCh1klAozEAQYBCABEgIHIPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[Barmaid]

Aww Emmie, that has touched me.

Ethandron, chocolate paint?!!! At our age?!!!!

Sharon, how long do you cook them for?

[ethandron]

What do you mean, at your age? I reckon I've got maybe 20 years on you, a bit of chocolate paint works wonders!

[Barmaid]

I was a bit concerned it might get in the wrinkles...... ;)

[Tilly2]

Go for the steaks and wine!

[Netty7]

As ummmm says leg of lamb is good but a pain to carve, so I always buy boneless leg, it's a bit more expensive but as it's rolled and tied it's easy to carve.