Today is my hubby's birthday and he always requests the same dinner, baby lamb chops. It is a simple dinner to prepare and it is an easy, elegant, impressive entree if you want to serve it to guests. I think the hardest part is finding the "baby" lamb chops because you don't always see them in the supermarket or they just have one package, which is not enough. I usually find them at Costco (the meats are very good here) at a reasonable price and quantity. Technically they are "rib chops", these are thinner and have a long bone at the end, or "loin chops" which are a little thicker and look like a little T-bone steak. I prefer the loin chops for dinner because they are meatier and more filling. To accompany, roasted potato wedges and brussel sprouts, or a green salad.
And of course, a birthday calls for a special wine from my wine cellar. Today, my husband chose a 2003 Margaux from Bordeaux that has been aging in my cellar and should be ready to drink. Lamb also pairs well with a Burgundy (Pinot Noir) or a full bodied red, such as a Cabernet or Zinfadel.The recipes are simple:
Prepare the potatoes first: Cut potatoes into wedges, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 hour, turning once. Don't rush them, they should be golden brown and crisp.
Make sure your lamb chops are at room temperature before you grill them, so take them out when you start the potatoes.Sprinkle the lamb chops with salt, pepper and oregano (rosemary works too), and grill for about 5 minutes on each side. They should be slightly pink in the center. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on them before serving.Oh, did I mention the entire meal is naturally gluten free? :) Enjoy!
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