ROAST RACKS OF LAMB WITH NEW POTATOES AND MINT PESTO

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Categories     Garlic     Lamb     Potato     Roast     Easter     Mint     Spring     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Lamb
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 3/4 pounds unpeeled new red potatoes (about 22 1 1/2-inch-diameter), scrubbed, quartered
2 racks of lamb (about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds each), trimmed, frenched
Pesto
2 cups (packed) fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
4 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • For lamb:
  • Whisk 1/2 cup oil, garlic, and mustard in small bowl to blend. Transfer 1/3 cup mustard mixture to large bowl; add potatoes and toss to coat. Brush remaining mustard mixture over lamb. Transfer to large rimmed baking sheet.
  • For pesto:
  • Puree all ingredients except mint sprigs in processor.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lamb rack, rounded side down, and cook until brown, about 3 minutes. Return to baking sheet. Repeat with remaining lamb rack. Let stand until cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Arrange racks facing each other, bone ends up and brown side out, about 2 inches apart on same baking sheet; tip toward each other, intertwining bones loosely. Scatter potatoes around lamb.
  • Roast lamb and potatoes until thermometer inserted into center of lamb registers 130°F for medium-rare, about 20 minutes. Transfer lamb to platter and tent with foil. Continue roasting potatoes until cooked through and crisp, stirring once, about 15 minutes longer. Surround lamb with potatoes, garnish with mint sprigs, and serve with pesto.

alif 420
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I'm disappointed with this recipe. I expected better from Alice Recipes.


mini marci
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This recipe is not worth the effort. There are much better lamb recipes out there.


Hans Usupe
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I would not recommend this recipe. It's a waste of time and money.


Md Rubel
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This recipe was a disaster. The lamb was tough and the mint pesto was bland.


Monique Francis
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my lamb didn't turn out as tender as I expected. The mint pesto was good, though.


Mackenzie Sithole
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Chileshe Namwawa
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are impressive. The lamb is cooked perfectly and the mint pesto is a refreshing addition.


Vedastus Majid
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I'm not a fan of mint, but I still enjoyed this dish. The lamb was tender and juicy, and the pesto was flavorful without being overpowering.


Dora Wolfchild
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This dish is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny. The lamb is of the highest quality and the mint pesto is made with fresh, flavorful ingredients.


Amful Emmanuel
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I've tried many lamb recipes, but this one is by far the best. The lamb is cooked to perfection and the mint pesto is simply divine.


Trisha McGraw
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the mint pesto was the perfect accompaniment.


Alyan Baba
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The lamb is elegant and the mint pesto adds a touch of sophistication.


Binu Magar
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lamb is savory and the mint pesto is refreshing.


Swpon Roy
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The lamb is tender and juicy, and the mint pesto is the perfect complement.


Ephasia Pila
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the mint pesto is so refreshing.


Sandhya Adhikari
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to prepare, but it's worth it! The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the mint pesto is the perfect complement. I highly recommend it.


Mido Gaming
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I love this recipe! The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the mint pesto is so easy to make. I've also tried it with other herbs, like rosemary and thyme, and it's always delicious.


Qurban Baltistani
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This lamb recipe was a hit with my family! The meat was tender and flavorful, and the mint pesto added a refreshing touch. The new potatoes were also delicious and roasted to perfection.