Lamb Chops With Mint Pesto, Capellini and Gorgonzol

Name: Lamb Chops With Mint Pesto, Capellini and Gorgonzola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup pine nuts; 3 large garlic cloves; 1 ½ cups packed fresh mint leaves; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 16 ounces capellini (angel hair); 6 lamb loin chops; ½ cup heavy whipping cream (or use half & half); ¾ cup gorgonzola, crumbled; red grapes (to garnish); of fresh mint (to garnish)

Servings: persons

¼ cup pine nuts
3 large garlic cloves
1 ½ cups packed fresh mint leaves
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
16 ounces capellini (angel hair)
6 lamb loin chops
½ cup heavy whipping cream (or use half & half)
¾ cup gorgonzola, crumbled
red grapes (to garnish)
of fresh mint (to garnish)

1
For pesto, in a food processor, combine the pine nuts, garlic, mint, salt and pepper; blend until smooth.
2
Gradually add oil and lemon juice.
3
Set aside.
4
Cook pasta according to package directions.
5
Meanwhile, place lamb chops on a broiler pan.
6
Broil 4 inches from the heat for 10 minutes, turning once, until light pink in center.
7
In a saucepan, heat pesto and cream.
8
Drain pasta; serve lamb chops over pasta with pesto sauce.
9
Garnish with Gorgonzola, red flame grapes and fresh mint.

890

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup pine nuts, 3 large garlic cloves, 1 ½ cups packed fresh mint leaves, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Lamb Chops With Mint Pesto, Capellini and Gorgonzola falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lamb Chops With Mint Pesto, Capellini and Gorgonzola

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions