Neck of Lamb Stuffed with Cannellini Beans and Hazelnuts

Simple stuffed lamb fillet with beans, hazelnuts, and cavolo nero, prepared in advance for a spectacular roasted center piece.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 708.8 kcals 4252.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 23.7 grams 142.1 grams
Fat 48.1 grams 288.5 grams
Protein 45.4 grams 272.4 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

LegumesPulses
800
g
Cannellini Beans
canned, drained, rinsed
Meat
1.2
kg
Lamb Neck Fillet
butterflied, beaten out to 15cm x 30cm x 2cm rectangles
NutsSeeds
5
piece
Garlic
peeled, chopped
2
sprig
Rosemary
leaves only, chopped
50
g
Hazelnuts
shelled, toasted, skins removed
1
to taste
1
to taste
Black Pepper
freshly ground
OilsFats
60
ml
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
plus extra for greasing
Vegetables
250
g
Cavolo Nero
stalks removed

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 220°C.
  • Fry garlic and rosemary in oil for 3 minutes, then add beans and heat until breaking down.
  • Stir in hazelnuts, season, mash lightly with a fork, and let cool on a plate.
  • Blanch cavolo nero in boiling salted water for 4 minutes and squeeze out excess water.
  • Lay lamb onto cling film, season, and layer with cavolo nero and the bean mixture.
  • Roll the lamb tightly using the cling film to maintain a neat shape.
  • Remove film and tie the lamb fillets with string to secure them.
  • Place lamb on an oiled tray and roast at 220°C for 25 minutes before resting.
  • Carve the lamb into slices and serve across six plates.