5 Delicious Lamb Recipes That Belong On Your Dinner Table

These lamb recipes will help you get a leg up in the kitchen

Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg of Lamb Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg of Lamb
Photo: Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Without a doubt, lamb always feels fit for a holiday feast, whether it be Easter, Passover, or Christmas. That's when we break out our lamb recipes. But, in our opinion, lamb doesn't necessarily need to be limited to being a holiday centerpiece. It'll work just as easily into your weeknight routine.

When cooking lamb, there's nothing to lose—and so much to gain. Plus, there are so many different ways you can prepare lamb including roasting, grilling, broiling, braising, and even slow cooking. (And it's so much easier than you think.) Whether you're in the mood for a quick lamb chop or an elegant leg of lamb, these delicious options will make every dinner feel special, no matter the occasion.

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Roast Rack Of Lamb

Southern Living Rack of Lamb on a platter to serve Southern Living Rack of Lamb on a platter to serve

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There is so much layered flavor in this roasted rack of lamb. It starts with roasting the rack coated in a rosemary-garlic mixture. Then, before the lamb is completely done cooking, it will get covered in another mix, that includes parsley, Parmesan, and panko. Then to top it all off, you'll serve the roasted lamb with a herb sauce.

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Roasted Lamb With Herb Sauce

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Roasted low and slow in the oven, this easy-roasted lamb makes a stunning centerpiece for Sunday dinner. You'll serve the lamb with a herb sauce that makes every bite flavorful.

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Broiled Lamb Chops

Broiled Lamb Chops Broiled Lamb Chops
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Marinated in red wine, orange juice, garlic, shallots, rosemary, oregano, and olive oil, this broiled lamb chop recipe is sure to send your taste buds soaring. And, with only 10 minutes of hands-on time, you won't have to spend hours in the kitchen to reap a mouthwatering meal.

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Easy Pastitsio

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Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Use ground lamb in place of the beef in this easier version of traditional pastitsio, which is like a Greek lasagna. A ricotta mixture replaces the béchamel sauce that usually tops the ragù and pasta mixture.

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Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg Of Lamb

Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg of Lamb Herb-Crusted Roasted Leg of Lamb
Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

A seasoning made with fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, and spices helps the exterior of the lamb become crispy while it's cooking low and slow in the oven.

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