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Grilled Lamb Chops with
Rosemary Butter
Roasted New Potatoes
with Lemon, Green Garlic
Menu Plan for the week of May 3, 2013: Day 2 Recipes
Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Butter
Roasted New Potatoes with Lemon and Green Garlic
Carrots with Green Garlic
Cooking time: 35 minutes for menu Cooking schedule: see below for instructions
The potatoes can be roasted on the oven or barbecue, before being finished with the lemon and green garlic. Lamb chops are best on the barbecue but can be fried and, as they cook fast, are done at the last minute. Substitute pork chops if you can't get good lamb.
Lamb Chops with Rosemary Butter Preparation and cooking time: 20 minutesLamb chops with Rosemary.... Is there a more perfect combination? Use the light marinade before grilling, then finish with a dollop of rosemary mustard butter to melt onto the hot chops. You can substitute Pork Chops if you prefer.
4 - 6 center-cut lamb chops, depending on size
1 tbs oil
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried rosemary
Rosemary Mustard Butter:
1 tbs chopped fresh rosemary substitute 2 tsp dried
1 tsp Dijon-style mustard
4 tsp soft butter
Mix oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and 1 tsp rosemary. Brush on chops and and allow to marinate until ready to cook chops. Cook chops on barbecue grill for 2 - 5 minutes per side depending on thickness and desired degree of doneness (I don't know if that is a word - but you get the idea). We do ours on a hot grill 2 minutes per side for medium rare. When you think they might be close take one off, cut into center and peak. You can always put them back on to cook more - you cannot undo... You could also sauté in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for about the same amount of time. When done to your liking remove from heat, put 1 tsp rosemary butter on each chop and serve.
To make Butter: Mix all ingredients, and allow to rest at room temperature to blend flavors.
Roasted New Potatoes with Lemon, Green Garlic Time: 35 minutes
New potatoes are early, tiny, immature potatoes of any color, usually 1" (2.5cm) or less in diameter. They have a high moisture content, are very creamy and usually cooked whole. If you can't get new potatoes, use regular potatoes, cut into 4ths or 6ths.
12 - 16 new potatoes, depending on size enough for two people
4 tsp olive oil, divided
2 green garlic substitute 2 green onions and 1 clove garlic
2 tbs fresh chives
2 tbs fresh lemon juice 1/2 lemon
Leave new potatoes whole and unpeeled; just wash lightly. Toss with 2 tsp oil and put into a baking dish large enough for them to be in a single layer. Bake at 400F for 30 minutes. Stir half way through baking time. Could also be done on barbecue grill in a grill pan or basket.
Just before potatoes are done: Trim and slice green garlic, using most of the green tops. Snip chives, Squeeze lemon. Heat remaining 2 tsp oil in a medium skillet. Add green garlic and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add chives, lemon juice and potatoes. Stir / toss to combine and coat potatoes. Remove and serve.
Carrots with Green Garlic Preparation and cooking time: 20 minutes
A bit of green garlic adds spring flavor to this year-round staple.
2 - 3 carrots, depending on size
2 green garlic substitute 2 green onions and 1 clove garlic
1/4 cup chicken stock
2 tsp olive oil
Peel carrots, cut in half, then each half again so you have carrot sticks. Trim and slice green garlic, using most of the green tops. Heat oil in saucepan. Add green garlic and sauté briefly. Add carrots and stock. Cook, covered, 15 minutes or until carrots are done. Remove cover, drain or cook off any remaining liquid and serve.
Cooking Schedule: 35 minutes for menu |
Peel, cut carrots |
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