Garlic Grilled Leg of Lamb

Ingredients

• 1 (4-5 lb)  leg of lamb, trimmed of excess fat

• 3 garlic cloves, sliced
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup sherry wine
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/8 cup crushed rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 12-15 whole garlic cloves
• 14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained

Directions

1. 1

   Rinse lamb and pat dry.

2. 2

   With a sharp knife, cut random slits in the meat and insert the slices of garlic in the slits.

3. 3

   Tie lamb if desired and place in a plastic baggie or plastic or glass bowl.

4. 4

   Combine balsamic vinegar, wine, honey, rosemary, coriander, oregano, and minced garlic and pour over lamb. Refrigerate and marinate for 6-12 hours for best results.

5. 5

   Place lamb and marinade in a grill-safe roasting pan. Add the whole garlic cloves and pour diced tomatoes over top of the lamb.

6. 6

   Cover w/ foil and grill 8-10" above flame for about 1- 1 1/2 hours, turning and basting halfway through cooking time.

7. 7

   Allow to rest before carving. Serve with the pan juices and whole roasted garlic cloves over top.

8. 8

   ***For the oven, roast at 350°F for about 90 minutes.***.