1 Highland Texel thick flank or topside (Weigh roasts to calculate cooking time as per cooking instruction sheet.)
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
2 tbsps. lemon juice
1 dsp. tomato paste
1 tsp. cracked black peppercorns
1 tbsp. seeded prepared mustard
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
2 tbsps. chopped fresh rosemary
Method:
Oven temp: 190oC
1) Using a sharp knife, make small incisions in the lamb & insert a slices of garlic. Place lamb in a roasting dish.
2) Combine the rest of the ingredients, except the thyme & rosemary and whisk until thickened.
3) Brush half the mixture over the lamb and roast for 10-15 minutes
4) Brush lamb with the remaining oil mixture. Sprinkle with thyme & rosemary. Roast for calculated cooking time.
5) Remove lamb from dish and rest covered with foil in a warm place for 15 minutes.
Cut across the grain. Serve.