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MEDITERRANEAN RACK OF LAMB



Mediterranean Rack of Lamb image

It's elegant. It's special. And it will have your guests thinking you went all out. They don't have to know how simple it is. -Susan Nilsson, Sterling, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 racks of lamb (1-1/2 pounds each)
1/4 cup grated lemon zest
1/4 cup minced fresh oregano or 4 teaspoons dried oregano
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fresh oregano and lemon slices, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place lamb in a shallow roasting pan. In small bowl, combine the lemon zest, oregano, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Rub over lamb., Bake 30-40 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 5 minutes before cutting. If desired, serve with fresh oregano and lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

RACK OF LAMB WITH FIGS



Rack of Lamb with Figs image

I've been making rack of lamb for years. My grandma gave me this recipe because she knew how much I love figs. And the toasted walnuts sprinkled on top give it just the right finishing touch. -Sylvia Castanon, Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 racks of lamb (2 pounds each)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup port wine, or 1/2 cup grape juice plus 1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
10 dried figs, halved
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Rub lamb with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place meat side up on a rack in a greased roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-60 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)., Remove to a serving platter; cover loosely with foil. Add 1 cup water to roasting pan; stir to loosen browned bits from pan. Using a fine sieve, strain mixture; set drippings aside., In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in cornstarch until blended; gradually add the wine, drippings, figs, pepper and remaining salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, uncovered, until figs are tender and sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally., Sprinkle walnuts over lamb; serve with fig sauce. If desired, top with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

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