Lamb Kebabs With Mint

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   To Prepare Marinade: Coarsely chop 1 bunch of mint to make 1/2 cup (Reserve remaining mint leaves for kebabs.

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   Combine the chopped mint, oil, wine, lemon juice and cinnamon sticks in a non reactive medium bowl.

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   Trim any fat from lamb and cut into about 1 1/2 inch cubes.

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   Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

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   Add lamb to the marinade, cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours, stirring several times.

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   Drain lamb well; discard marinade.

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   To Prepare Kebabs: Thread the lamb onto skewers, placing a whole mint leaf between each piece of meat.

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   Preheat grill to high.

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    Oil the grill grate* (See Note at bottom).

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    Grill the kebabs, turning with tongs occasionally, until the lamb is nicely browned on the outside and cooked to desired doneness, about 8 minutes total for medium-rare or 12 minutes total for medium.

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    Transfer the kebabs to a platter or plates to serve.

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    *To oil grate: Oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the grate.

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    (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.