Baby Racks Of Lamb / Pumpkin-Seed Crust

1. 1

   Position rack in the top 1/3 of oven and preheat to 450F

2. 2

   heat oil in a large,heavy skillet over medium high heat.Season racks with sea salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Add racks meaty side down and cook until browned, about 5min.

4. 4

   Stand racks on end and then another, about 1min/end.

5. 5

   Place on a rack in a roasting pan and transfer to the oven.

6. 6

   Roast for 15min, or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 130F for medium rare

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest for 10-15 min so juices can settle. Heat the honey in a small suacepan or microwave until just liquid.

8. 8

   Brush the honey over the lamb and coat with the pepita seeds

9. 9

   To Serve, spoon Pasilla-Tomatillo Sauce in the center of each of 4 plates. Cut each rack in half crosswise and arrange the halves on the plates.

10. 10

    Serve hot

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.