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Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb

A succulent rack of lamb coated with a flavorful herb crust, perfect for special occasions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Lamb
  • 1 rack rack of lamb about 8 ribs, frenched
Herb Crust
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Lamb
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the rack of lamb with salt and pepper.
  3. In a food processor, combine parsley, rosemary, thyme, garlic, breadcrumbs, and olive oil. Pulse until finely chopped and well mixed.
  4. Spread Dijon mustard over the meat side of the lamb, then press the herb mixture onto the mustard to form a crust.
Roast the Lamb
  1. Place the rack of lamb in a roasting pan, meat side up.
  2. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
  3. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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