Scotch Lamb at Easter... I like it like that!

A traditional Scotch lamb dinner is made far more affordable by Aldi

THIS year more than any other, Easter calls for a show-stopping meal, a celebration of new beginnings and a chance to look forward to better times ahead. And it can only be Scotch Lamb.

No single dish evokes mouthwatering pleasure like a succulent roast, such as the one here, studded with rosemary and garlic.

Make it an occasion with a whole leg of Scotch Lamb from Aldi, which is an affordable treat for a family at just £5.49 per kilo, in store now for Easter – with enough tasty leftovers for the week ahead.

Surprisingly easy to cook, anyone can roast a leg of lamb. Score it well, so that fat starts to melt into the meat as it cooks, making it lovely and moist. This will also give you the full flavour of rich and lovely lamb.

Scotch Lamb takes its quality and characteristics from a life grazing in the Scottish countryside and is famously sweet and tender with delicate flavours.

Cook it slowly in a low-heat oven and, as the aroma fills the house, don’t be surprised to see everyone slowly migrating to the kitchen to check the roast’s progress.

Scotch Lamb comes with PGI status, which stands for Protected Geographical Indication.

It’s an EU scheme to protect and promote high-quality traditional regional food products unique to a geographic area.

Aldi famously champions local Scottish produce, and ethical sourcing and animal welfare are always high priorities.

The Nature’s Glen Scotch Whole Leg of Lamb in Aldi is only sourced from selected

Scottish farms that adopt best practice regarding animal welfare and production methods.

When you see the PGI badge with the Scotch Lamb logo, you can be confident that all lambs were born, reared and processed in Scotland and hold a whole life quality assurance.

Lamb tastes great but did you know it’s good for you too? Lean, and naturally rich in protein, which helps muscle growth, lamb also contains vitamins that support good health, can reduce fatigue, boost your immune system and mental function.

Chefs love lamb because it absorbs flavours incredibly well and, after a long, slow cook, the succulent meat simply falls off the bone. Nothing beats local lamb for flavour, whether you cook it simply or zhoosh it up. Either way, it’s a memorable meal to mark Easter.