This lamb is traditionally cooked to be served in the true French style of rare. However, this isn’t to everybody’s taste, so I’ve given directions for all degrees of doneness below.
Preheat the oven to 160°C/325°F/Gas 3. Place the lamb in a roasting pan, add the garlic and thyme and rub the meat with 2tablespoons of the groundnut oil and seasoning. Place in the oven t