Dijon & Garlic Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with French Herbes de Provence Fettuccine
Serving Size: 4-6
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time:Â 30 Minutes
Total Time: 45 Minutes
Ingredients:
1 lb. Pappardelle’s French Herbes de Provence Fettuccine
1 rack of lamb, trimmed (5-7 bones)Â
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp. cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. fresh thyme
1-1/2 Tbsp. fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. cracked black peppercorns
4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
Instructions:Â
- 1. Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in the center.
- In a small bowl, combine breacrumbs, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add 2 tbsp olive oil to moisten the mixture. Set aside.
- Season lamb evenly with salt & pepper.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over high heat. Add lamb and sear on all sides, about 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and let rest briefly.
- Brush lamb with mustard and coat evenly in breadcrumb mixture. Cover bone ends with foil to prevent burning.
- Return lamb to skillet, bone-side down, and roast until internal temperature reaches at least 130°F, about 12-18 minutes. Â
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Remove lamb and let rest for 5-7 minutes, loosely covered with foil. Using a sharp knife, carve into 1-1/2-inch chops between the bones.
- Plate pasta with lamb chops. Serve and enjoy!
