Sauteed Lamb Trimmings With Pesto

1. 1

   Combine lamb slices, olive oil, lemon juice and garlic in bowl, add salt and pepper to taste, mix well and allow to marinate 30 minutes or more.

2. 2

   Heat a heavy skillet until very hot.

3. 3

   Add about a third of the lamb slices, spreading them out, and brown them on one side, about 1 to 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Do not move the pieces while browning them.

5. 5

   When the undersides are browned (top surfaces should still be a bit raw) quickly stir the slices around in the pan and remove them to a serving bowl.

6. 6

   Cook the remainder of the slices in 2 more batches, removing them to the serving bowl.

7. 7

   Add pesto to the skillet and stir in more lemon juice and salt to taste.

8. 8

   Return all the lamb slices (with juices) to the skillet, stir to coat evenly with the sauce and empty the skillet into the serving bowl.

9. 9

   The slices should be just heated through.

10. 10

    They should not be medium rare and not tough and dry.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.