Roasted Rack of Lamb

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   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

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   Rub lamb racks thoroughly with black pepper.

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   Place on heated cast iron skillet and sear all sides.

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   Place racks in oven to finish cooking for approximately 15 minutes, until medium-rare.

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   Allow lamb to cool for about 10 minutes.

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   Slice racks into chops and fan around a small pile of Cucumber, Tomato, Mint Salad.

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   (Note: If you're not searing in cast iron, place lamb in a shallow baking pan for the oven.)

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   10 ounces goat cheese

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   2 to 4 ripe tomatoes

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    4 medium sized cucumbers, thinly sliced

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    2 small white onions (Vidalia will work great for this if they are available), julienned

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    20 mint leaves

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    1/2 cup white vinegar

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    1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

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    Salt and pepper

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    In a large mixing bowl crumble goat cheese.

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    Add tomatoes, cucumbers and onions to bowl.

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    Cut mint leaves chiffonade-style into shreds and add to salad.

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    Add vinegar and olive oil.

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    Mix well.

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    Add salt and pepper, to taste.

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    Refrigerate for 1 hour, then serve.

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    Inactive Prep Time: 1 hour

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    Ease of preparation: easy

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.