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Roasted Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto (Sandra Lee) Recipe

Roasted Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto (Sandra Lee) Recipe

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Roasted Rack of Lamb with Mint Pesto (Sandra Lee)

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Ingredients:

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1 (2 to 2 1/2 lb) frenched rack of lamb
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp canola oil
mint pesto , recipe follows
1 bunch fresh mint, leaves only
2 tbsp chopped walnuts
2 tbsp mint jelly
1 tbsp chopped garlic
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
pinch kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Let the lamb come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before you are ready to roast. Season the lamb on all sides with salt and pepper, to taste.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet with a heatproof handle over medium-high heat. Put the rack into the pan, fat side down, and sear it until it is browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Turn the rack over and sear the other side for 2 minutes. Put the pan into the oven, and roast the lamb until it is medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 125 to 130 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the lamb from the oven, cover it with foil, and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing into chops. Serve with the Mint Pesto.
Mint Pesto:
Combine all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Process until the mixture is almost smooth. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper, to taste. The pesto may be made 1 day ahead, covered and refrigerated. Bring the pesto to room temperature before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	1655.11 Kcal (6930 kJ)
Calories from fat	1137.57 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	126.4g	194%
Cholesterol	453.5mg	151%
Sodium	1880.65mg	78%
Potassium	1248.05mg	27%
Total Carbs	11.16g	4%
Sugars	4.95g	20%
Dietary Fiber	0.32g	1%
Protein	104.99g	210%
Vitamin C	1mg	2%
Iron	9.6mg	53%
Calcium	6.2mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	531.26 Kcal (2224 kJ)
Calories from fat	365.14 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	40.57g	194%
Cholesterol	145.56mg	151%
Sodium	603.65mg	78%
Potassium	400.6mg	27%
Total Carbs	3.58g	4%
Sugars	1.59g	20%
Dietary Fiber	0.1g	1%
Protein	33.7g	210%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	2%
Iron	3.1mg	53%
Calcium	2mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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