Broiled Lamb Chop with Broiled New Potatoes

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   Boil the potatoes in lightly salted water for 5 minutes.

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   Drain (dont peel), cut in half, and rub a little olive oil and salt over them.

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   Rub salt, olive oil, and pepper over the chops, too, and arrange both the chops and the potatoes on a broiler pan.

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   Slip them about 4 inches under a preheated broiler, and cook for 4 minutes, then turn and broil another 3 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, make a paste of garlic and salt (see page 48) and spread it over the lamb chops after you take them out of the oven.

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   Let rest for a minute or two while you chop some parsley.

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   Sprinkle that over both the chops and the potatoes, and dig in.

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   Youre alone, so you can pick up the chop and nibble the meat close to the boneits always the best.

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   Set aside any uneaten portions of lamb for Lamb and Lentils (recipe follows).

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    Cook the chops on a grill.

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    Timing depends on how hot your fire is, so check carefully.

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    When the flesh springs back, it is done.

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    Or use the instant-read thermometer.

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    Lamb shouldnt be more than 125130 for rare.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.