TLC Cooking "Mint Marinated Racks of Lamb"

Mint Marinated Racks of Lamb

Mint Marinated Racks of Lamb

YIELD Makes 4 servings
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INGREDIENTS

2	whole racks (6 ribs each) lamb loin chops (about 3 pounds), well trimmed
1	cup dry red wine
1/2	cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3	cloves garlic, minced
1/4	cup Dijon mustard
2	tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves or 2 teaspoons dried mint leaves, crushed
2/3	cup dry bread crumbs

PREPARATION:

Place lamb in large resealable food storage bag. Combine wine, 1/2 cup mint and garlic in small bowl. Pour over lamb chops. Seal bag tightly; turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours or up to 4 hours, turning occasionally.
Prepare grill. Drain lamb, discarding marinade. Pat lamb dry with paper towels. Place lamb in shallow glass dish or on cutting board. Combine mustard and 2 tablespoons mint in small bowl; spread over meaty side of lamb. Pat bread crumbs evenly over mustard mixture. Place lamb, crumb side down, on grid. Grill, covered, over medium coals 10 minutes. Carefully turn; continue to grill, covered, 20 to 22 minutes for medium or to desired doneness. Place lamb on carving board. Slice between ribs into individual chops.

This recipe appears in: Lamb

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

DIETARY EXCHANGE:

Fat	4
Meat	8

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