Garlic & Rosemary Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto

Name: Garlic & Rosemary Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2-3 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 (1.5 lb) rack of lamb, frenched; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted; 1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional); 1/2 cup olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

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Create a spectacular dining experience at home with this Garlic & Rosemary Rack of Lamb, a show-stopping centerpiece perfect for holiday dinners, celebrations, or a romantic meal. A premium frenched rack of lamb is coated in a pungent paste of fresh garlic, chopped rosemary, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, which forms a beautiful, aromatic crust as it roasts. The meat cooks to a perfect medium-rare—tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful. Served with a vibrant, herby mint pesto made with fresh mint, parsley, pine nuts, and lemon, which cuts through the richness of the lamb beautifully. Paired with roasted potatoes and seasonal vegetables, this dish delivers restaurant-level sophistication with surprisingly simple techniques, making you feel like a master chef.

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A roasted rack of lamb with garlic and rosemary crust, sliced and served with mint pesto

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time25 min

Servings2-3 servings

Equipment

Oven-Safe Skillet or Roasting PanSmall Food ProcessorMeat Thermometer

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the lamb rack dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
2
Mix minced garlic, chopped rosemary, Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp olive oil into a paste. Rub it all over the meaty part of the lamb rack.
3
Heat an oven-safe skillet over high heat with remaining oil. Sear the lamb, fat-side down, for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
4
Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare. Let rest for 10 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, make mint pesto: blend mint, pine nuts, parmesan (if using), lemon juice, and 1/2 cup olive oil until smooth. Slice lamb between ribs and serve with pesto drizzled over.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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