Lamb Chops with Rosemary and Garlic

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PREP TIME10 mins

COOK TIME10 mins

MARINATING30 mins

TOTAL TIME50 mins

SERVINGS2 to 3 servings

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Ingredients:

• 1 pound lamb rib chops

• 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary

• 2 teaspoons salt

• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided

 

Method:

Marinate the lamb chops:

In a small bowl, mix the rosemary, salt, pepper, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil together. Coat the lamb chops with the mixture, massaging it into the meat with your fingers.

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Sear the lamb chops:

Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-proof sauté pan over high heat. When the oil is shimmering hot, sear the chops. Sear double rib chops on all sides about 2 to 3 minutes per side. If you are working with single rib chops, sear only on two sides, and only a minute (or less) on each side if you want the result to be rare or medium rare.

 

Check for doneness:

At this point, if you want your lamb chops rare, they are likely cooked enough.

If you would like your chops more cooked, you can put them in a 400°F oven for 3 to 5 minutes, or keep them in the hot pan, lower the heat to warm, and cover the pan for a few minutes.

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Rest the chops:

When done, remove the chops from the pan, cover with foil and let rest 3 to 5 minutes before serving.