Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

leg of lamb

4 unit

garlic cloves

thinly sliced

20 unit

garlic cloves

peeled

56 ml

olive oil

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

2 unit

onions

thinly sliced

4 unit

carrots

peeled

1 unit

bouquet garni

225 ml

dry white wine

225 g

flour

225 ml

water

Step 1
~27 min

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2
~27 min

Make small incisions in the leg of lamb.

Step 3
~27 min

Insert a sliver of garlic into each incision.

Step 4
~27 min

Rub the lamb thoroughly with olive oil.

Step 5
~27 min

Season the lamb all over with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~27 min

Place the lamb in a Dutch oven.

Step 7
~27 min

Add sliced onions, whole carrots, whole garlic cloves, bouquet garni, and white wine to the Dutch oven.

Step 8
~27 min

Cover the Dutch oven with its lid.

Step 9
~27 min

In a medium bowl, combine flour and water.

Step 10
~27 min

Mix well with a wooden spoon to form a rough dough.

Step 11
~27 min

Use the dough to create a seal connecting the lid to the Dutch oven.

Step 12
~27 min

Place the Dutch oven in the preheated oven.

Step 13
~27 min

Cook for 7 hours.

Step 14
~27 min

Remove the Dutch oven from the oven.

Step 15
~27 min

Break the dough seal.

Step 16
~27 min

Serve the lamb.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the Dutch oven lid is well-sealed with the dough to prevent moisture loss.

Check the lamb for tenderness after 6 hours and adjust cooking time accordingly.

Use a high-quality bouquet garni for the best flavor.

Serve with roasted root vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with roasted root vegetables.

Serve with mashed potatoes.

Serve with crusty bread for soaking up the juices.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted root vegetables (carrots, potatoes, parsnips)
Mashed potatoes
Green beans almondine

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

A traditional French Sunday roast.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Sunday Dinner
Holiday Meal
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

65/100

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