Roasted Rack of Lamb
Make a tender roasted rack of lamb with garlic, rosemary, Dijon mustard, and a crisp herb crust for an elegant dinner in about 35 minutes.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds frenched racks of lamb trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring the lamb to room temperature and heat the oven to 425°F.
Season the racks with salt and pepper. Heat one tablespoon oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear the lamb until browned on all sides.
Mix the remaining oil with garlic, rosemary, Dijon, and breadcrumbs. Press the mixture over the meaty side of each rack.
Roast until the center reaches 125°F to 130°F for medium-rare, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Rest the lamb for 10 minutes, then slice between the bones and serve.