12 Easter Lamb Recipes

Leg of lamb is classic for Easter, and this recipe puts it on display in simple form: "This leg of lamb is marinated overnight with fresh rosemary, garlic, mustard, honey and lemon zest," says recipe creator JMASS. 

A rich creme de cassis and mint filling makes the stuffing in this stuffed leg of lamb. Reviewer KLENOARD says, "made this yesterday for Easter and all of my guests loved it!" 

The tangy raspberry sauce cuts through the richness of this marinated leg of lamb. 

Chef John brings spring flavors to this classic centerpiece: "As far as mint sauces go, I love experimenting with new ideas, especially around Easter time, and I really liked how this came out. The combination of the sweet-savory sauce and the Dijon crumb crust complemented the lamb perfectly."

Lamb shanks come from the meat just above the knee joint, and are typically sold with the bone in. Recipe S.HODGE creator describes this dish as, "A fantastic dish for company, as all the prep work is done at the beginning, and then you just have to wait." 

"I love how the sweet, herbaceous crust works with the subtly gamey meat," says Chef John. 

In this classic leg of lamb recipe, a pomegranate-molasses mixture is folded into the meat. Reviewer prchamlee describes it as a, "home run for my finicky eaters."

Although this recipe uses rack of lamb, recipe creator JENNIE1980 says it can also be made using beef or pork. 

"The pistachio and mustard crust gives this lamb dish an interesting flavor and texture," says Chef John. "Sure, rack of lamb is a little pricey, but no more so than other special occasion meats like prime rib, beef tenderloin, or goose. And, because rack of lamb is sold completely trimmed, you'll have virtually no waste."

Rack of lamb is seasoned, seared, roasted, and served with a coriander-mint sauce in this stunning meat main. 

Recipe creator MBENHAM suggests arranging peeled potatoes around the roast for a built-in side dish. 

No one will believe this recipe requires just four ingredients! Reviewer Kim's Cooking Now says, "Very juicy leg of lamb!"