Rack Of Spring Lamb With Roasted Garlic Recipe

Name: Rack Of Spring Lamb With Roasted Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 heads garlic; 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste; 1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs; 3 racks of lamb, each about 1 1/2 lb,trimmed of excess fat; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Servings: persons

1
Preheat an oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Discard the excess papery skin from the garlic heads and place in a small baking dish.
3
Drizzle with 1/2 Tbs.
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of the olive oil and the water.
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Cover with aluminum foil and bake until soft, about 45 minutes.
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Let cool slightly.
7
Leave the oven set at 400u00b0F.
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Separate the garlic cloves and squeeze the pulp from the skins into a small bowl; discard the skins.
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Whisk in the remaining 2 Tbs.
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olive oil, the mustard, lemon juice and 1/2 tsp.
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each salt and pepper.
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In another bowl, season the bread crumbs with salt and pepper.
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Lay the racks of lamb in a roasting pan side by side and fat side up.
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Roast for 10 minutes.
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Remove from the oven and immediately rub the garlic mixture over the fat side of each rack.
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Then spread the bread crumb mixture over the garlic mixture.
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Drizzle with the melted butter and return the lamb to the oven.
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Continue to roast until the crumbs are lightly golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a rack, away from the bone, registers 130F degrees 135u00b0F for medium-rare, or the meat is pink when cut into with a sharp knife, about 25 minutes more.
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Remove from the oven, cover with aluminum foil and let rest for 10 minutes.
20
Preheat a broiler.
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Uncover and place the roasting pan under the broiler 5-6 inches from the heat source.
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Broil the lamb racks until the crumbs are deep golden brown, 30-60 seconds .
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To serve, place the racks on a cutting board and slice between the ribs.
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Arrange 2 or 3 ribs on each warmed individual plate.

1093

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 heads garlic, 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup water, 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard, and more.

Yes, Rack Of Spring Lamb With Roasted Garlic 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.

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Rack Of Spring Lamb With Roasted Garlic

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