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Lamb Chops With Mint Pesto
Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto
Bring your taste buds to life with this 30-minute dish that highlights a herby, fresh sauce.
TOTAL TIME: 30 minutes
MAKES: 2-3 servings
INGREDIENTS:
8 Frenched lamb rib chops (about 2 pounds)
Olive oil, for brushing
Kosher salt and pepper
Mint Pesto:
2 cups fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup nuts (walnuts, pine nuts or slivered almonds)
1 clove garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons lemon zest
PREPARATION AND COOKING:
1. Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of the lamb chops with oil; season with salt and black pepper.
2. Place all pesto ingredients in a food processor; pulse until well-combined. With motor running, add olive oil in a steady stream until a thick, emulsified sauce is created; set aside.
3. Grill chops 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer chops to a plate; allow to rest.
4. Place chops on a platter; pour any remaining juices over chops. Spoon Mint Pesto over chops; serve.
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