Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb

Ingredients

1. 2 racks of lamb, frenched
2. Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
4. 4 garlic cloves, minced
5. 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
6. 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
7. 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
8. 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
9. 1 cup red wine
10. 1 cup beef broth

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F or 230°C. Season the lamb with salt and pepper and rub in well. Sear the lamb in olive oil over a skillet until browned on all sides. Set aside.
2. Mix the garlic, rosemary, thyme, and Dijon mustard together. Brush this over the lamb and coat in breadcrumbs.
3. Roast for 15-20 minutes at 450°F for medium-rare, or longer if you like your lamb more well done. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
4. Meanwhile, deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up any brown bits. Add beef broth and cook until reduced by half. Serve with the lamb.
5. This herb-crusted rack of lamb is so tender and so full of flavor that it would be a fine showpiece for a special meal. Its fresh herbs and Dijon mustard make it unique and vibrant.

Martha Stewart’s recipes are an epitome of how an ordinary ingredient becomes something so really special combined with elegance and simplicity. From the elegant Beef Bourguignon, to the tangy Lemon Bars, these dishes represent that ‘gourmet’ style apt to impress over a dinner party at home or a quiet evening at home.