Crispy Rack of Lamb with Honey and Mascarpone

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  • Number of Servings: 8
Ingredients
3 ( 1 to 1.5 pound each) racks of lamb1/4 cup olive oilKosher salt and freshly ground pepper2 Tbs Herbs de ProvenceFor Dipping Sauce1/2 cup creme fraiche3 Tbs honey3/4 Tbs ground cumin2 Tbs chopped fresh mint leaves1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperatureKosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions
For the Lamb:

Allow lamb to sit at room temperature for 10 to 20 minutes. Place an oven rack in the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 425. Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a grill.

Drizzle the olive oil on both sides of the lamb. Season with salt, pepper, and Herbs de Provence. Grill the lamb for 5 minutes on each side until brown. Place the lamb in a shallow roasting pan and roast for 25 minutes for medium-rare. Allow the lamb to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

For the sauce

In a small bowl, combine the creme fraiche, honey, cumin, and mint. Add the mascarpone chesse and stir until just combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cut the lamb between ther bones into individual hops and serve with dipping sauce.

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CHEFSOPHIE.

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 684.4
  • Total Fat: 43.5 g
  • Cholesterol: 210.1 mg
  • Sodium: 491.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 9.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Protein: 60.4 g

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