Roasted Rack of Lamb

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Ingredients
8
Person(s)
  • 2 piece
    Lamb Racks
  • 10 clove
    Garlic
  • 2 tbsp
    Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • 5 sprig
    Fresh Rosemary Leaves
  • 1/4 cup
    Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup
    Red Wine
  • 1 tbsp
    Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tbsp
    Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, about 1 tbsp total
Directions

Roasted rack of lamb is a festive and elegant dish that's perfect for holidays such as Christmas, New Year's, and Easter. The meat is tender and juicy, with a flavorful herb crust on the outside.

Use the structured ingredient and direction fields below for cooking. The recipe source is Delights of Culinaria.

  • Step 1

    Using a blender, combine all the ingredients for the marinade.

  • Step 2

    Rub the marinade all over the lamb racks.

  • Step 3

    Marinate the lamb racks for at least 8-12 hours in the fridge.

  • Step 4

    Before roasting, bring the meat to room temperature for about 1 1/2-2 hours.

  • Step 5

    Heat oven to 500 degrees on broil.

  • Step 6

    Line a baking sheet with foil.

  • Step 7

    Place the racks on the prepared baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes.

  • Step 8

    Reduce heat to 450 degrees and switch the oven to bake.

  • Step 9

    Roast for another 15-20 minutes. If you prefer your meat more rare, reduce the roasting time.

  • Step 10

    Remove from the oven and let rest, covered with foil, for at least 5 minutes.

  • Step 11

    Carve and serve right away.

Nutritions
  • Calories:
    355 kcal
    18%
  • Protein:
    25 g
    50%
  • Carbohydrates:
    2 g
    1%
  • Sugar:
    0.5 g
    1%
  • Salt:
    1.5 g
    25%
  • Energy:
    1,485 kJ
    18%
  • Fat:
    27 g
    39%