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Rosemary Dijon-Crusted Lamb Lollipops

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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings / 16 lollipops 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Tender lamb racks (or pre-cut lollipops) coated with rosemary, garlic, and Dijon, seared and roasted to perfection. Perfect served as a main dish or appetizer!

Ingredients

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  • 2 french racks of lamb (8 ribs each; 1 1/2 – 2 pounds total)*

    • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

    • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped

    • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (I recommend using rosemary oil if you have it!)

    • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper

*To make things easier on you, I recommend having the butcher prepare / cut your lamb into lollipops so you don’t have to cut them yourself (unless you want the experience!). I have included both ways of preparing based on the full rack versus pre-cut lollipops below)

Instructions

PREPARE THE LAMB

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pat lamb dry with paper towels. Rub the rosemary-Dijon mixture evenly over the meaty part of each rack. If you are using pre-cut lollipops, rub on both sides of each one.
  4. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb, fat side down, for 2 – 3 minutes until browned. If you are using pre-cut lollipops, sear for 2 – 3 minutes on each side until golden brown

ROAST THE LAMB

  1. Transfer seared racks or lollipops to a baking sheet. If preparing lollipops, do not overcrowd them on the pan.
  2. Roast for 15 – 20 minutes for a full rack and 5 – 8 minutes for lollipops. The goal is to reach medium rare, with an internal temperature of approximately 130°F.
  3. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing into individual lollipops (for the rack), or simply rest then serve if you used prepared lollipops.

Equipment

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer for accuracy
  • Resting the lamb is essential to keep juices in.
  • Pairs beautifully with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Appetizer
  • Method: Roasted + Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: French-Inspired

Find it online: https://fittoentertain.com/rosemary-dijon-crusted-lamb-lollipops/