Rack Of Lamb With Cherry-Port Sauce Recipe

Name: Rack Of Lamb With Cherry-Port Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 1/2-pound) racks of lamb; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 cup port wine; 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup finely chopped sweetened dried cherries; 1 tablespoon red currant jelly; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0.
2
Sprinkle lamb with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
3
Heat oil in a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add lamb, and brown on all sides (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat; place pan in oven. Bake lamb at 450u00b0 for 12 minutes or until thermometer registers 145u00b0 (medium-rare) or until desired degree of doneness. Transfer lamb to a serving platter. Cover and let stand 10 minutes.
4
Place pan over medium heat. Add wine, vinegar, and broth; cook until liquid is reduced to about 2/3 cup, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Add cherries and jelly; simmer 1 minute. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and thyme.
5
Cut lamb into chops. Serve with sauce.

189

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 1/2-pound) racks of lamb, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Rack Of Lamb With Cherry-Port Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Rack Of Lamb With Cherry-Port Sauce

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