Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to Provence, France, with our exploration of the delectable dish known as "rack of lamb provenÇale". This succulent dish, also referred to as "côtes d'agneau provençale", captures the essence of Provençal cuisine, where the flavors of the sun-kissed Mediterranean mingle harmoniously. As we delve into the world of rack of lamb provenÇale, we will uncover the secrets behind its tantalizing taste, providing you with a comprehensive guide to mastering this Provençal masterpiece in your own kitchen.
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RACK OF LAMB PROVENCALE WITH GARLIC CONFIT
Yet another Lamb Recipe from my Toolbelt. LCBO, featured the Flavours of France and share with you. Succulent rack of lamb, heady with the fragrance of garlic and herbs. The garlic loses all its strong aromas and becomes a mellow vegetable when it is cooked. Its flavour beautifully complements the lamb. As an ideal match for the rich savour of lamb, herbs and garlic, Wine Tidings magazine chooses these robust full bodied reds from Southern France. - Fortant de France Cabernet Sauvignon. - Rigal Cahors. - Chateau de Gourgazaud. - Rasteau Cote du Rhone Villages (my third choice). - Calvet Reserve Bordeaux. - Guigal Cotes du Rhone (my second choice). - Jaboulet Crozes Hermitage. - Chateau Montlabert. - Mommessin Chateauneuf-du-Pape (my first choice).
Provided by TOOLBELT DIVA
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 2h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To Make Garlic Confit:.
- Separate garlic into cloves. Slice root end off each clove but do not peel.
- Place in saucepan, cover with water and bring to boil.
- Boil 5 minutes. Drain and slip garlic out of its skin; it will come out easily.
- Heat butter in skillet on low heat, add garlic cloves, cover and cook, shaking pan occasionally, until garlic is golden (about 10 minutes). Reserve garlic and skillet for sauce.
- To Pepare the Lamb Racks:.
- Cut away last 2 inches of fat and meat from bones. Trim remaining fat; cut racks in half.
- In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, rosemary, thyme, parsley, breadcrumbs, oil, salt and pepper. Pat over lamb racks.
- Preheat oven to 400 deg. F.
- Place lamb on a rack over roasting pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until juices are slightly pink. Let rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- To Make Sauce:.
- In the reserved skillet, add red wine, vinegar and sugar. Reduce until glazed (about 3 minutes). Add stock and butter and boil until slightly thickened. Scatter in garlic confit and parsley.
- To Serve:.
- Slice lamb down into chops, spoon on a little sauce and garnish with garlic confit.
- Serve with roasted potatoes and vegetables.
- Open your bottle(s) of wine, pour liberally, and enjoy!
RACK OF LAMB
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, process the salt, rosemary, and garlic until they're as finely minced as possible. Add the mustard and balsamic vinegar and process for 1 minute. Place the lamb in a roasting or sheet pan with the ribs curving down, and coat the tops with the mustard mixture. Allow to stand for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Roast the lamb for exactly 20 minutes for rare or 25 minutes for medium-rare. Remove from the oven and cover with aluminum foil. Allow to sit for 15 minutes, then cut into individual ribs and serve.
EASY PROVENCAL LAMB
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place the leg of lamb in a large roasting pan fat side up and pat it dry with paper towels. Combine the mustard, 1 tablespoon of the garlic, the rosemary, balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a mini food processor and pulse until the garlic and rosemary are minced. Spread the mixture on the lamb.
- Place the tomatoes, olive oil, 1/4 cup of the honey, the onion, the remaining 2 tablespoons garlic, 2 tablespoons salt, and 2 teaspoons pepper in a bowl and toss well. Pour the tomato mixture around the lamb and tuck in the thyme and rosemary sprigs. Drizzle the lamb with the remaining 1/4 cup of honey.
- Roast for 20 minutes. Turn the heat down to 350 degrees F and roast for another 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until a meat thermometer registers 130 to 135 degrees F for medium-rare. Place the lamb on a cutting board, cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 15 minutes. Discard the herb stems and return the tomatoes to the oven to keep warm. Slice the lamb, arrange on a platter, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve with the tomatoes and pan juices spooned on top. Garnish with a branch of rosemary.
RACK OF LAMB PROVENÇALE
Steps:
- For the breadcrumbs, preheat oven to 80C/175F/Gas ¼ and toast on a baking tray for two hours. Put toasted breadcrumbs into a food processor and add the garlic, salt and freshly ground black pepper. Pulse until you have a sandy-textured mixture, then add the herbs and pulse once more to blend. Drizzle in the olive oil, add more salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and set aside. For the lamb, preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5. Heat half of the oil in a large ovenproof frying pan and fry the lamb bones over a high flame for about seven minutes, or until they are browned all over. Set the pan aside. Heat the remaining oil in another frying pan and fry the lamb over a medium heat for 3-4 minutes on the fat side, then one minute on the meat side or until lightly browned. Place the racks of lamb on top of the browned bones and cook in the oven for 15 minutes. Resting the racks on the bones will allow the air to circulate so they cook more evenly. Remove the racks from the pan and leave to rest for at least 10 minutes. Place the breadcrumbs on a shallow baking tray. Brush the racks all over with the mustard, then press into the breadcrumbs to coat and place on a clean baking tray. The racks can be prepared to this stage up to half a day before serving - cover with a clean tea towel and place in the fridge. To finish the dish, bring the racks of lamb to room temperature if they've been prepared earlier and kept in the fridge. Preheat the oven to 190C/375F/Gas 5. Cook the lamb in the oven for 15 minutes, then let rest for 10 minutes. Gently reheat the ratatouille if it has been made in advance and place on warmed serving plates. To serve, divide each rack into two pieces and place on top of the ratatouille. Alternatively, separate each rib, arrange on a large flat dish and serve the ratatouille in a bowl alongside.
PARMESAN-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB
Impressive in size, color and flavor, this take on an old Escoffier recipe brings salt-crunchiness to the exterior of sweet, roasted lamb. Served with Macaroni Milanaise, it makes for a show-off, dinner-party meal of little compare. (Tell no one how easy it is to pull off.)
Provided by Sam Sifton
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450. Put a large frying pan over high heat until very hot. Rub lamb with 1 tablespoon of the oil, season aggressively with salt and pepper and then sear the meat in the pan until it is golden brown all over, approximately 4 minutes a side. Place on a rimmed baking sheet, and let rest for 20 or 30 minutes, until cool.
- In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and parsley. Rub the cooled-off lamb with the remaining olive oil, then pat the seasoned bread crumbs all over the meat in an even layer.
- Put the lamb back on the baking sheet, and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 120 degrees, approximately 20 to 30 minutes. (Tent the lamb with foil if the crust threatens to get too dark at the end.) Remove the lamb from the oven, and allow to stand, covered loosely in foil, for 10 minutes or so. (The internal temperature will rise to 125 degrees, or medium-rare, while the lamb sits.) Carve into chops, and serve on a warmed platter.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 247, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 213 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
ROASTED RACK OF LAMB
I have had this recipe for a long time, and always enjoy making it. You can also do the same thing with beef or pork.
Provided by JENNINE1980
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Move oven rack to the center position.
- In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, garlic, rosemary, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Toss in 2 tablespoons olive oil to moisten mixture. Set aside.
- Season the rack all over with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy oven proof skillet over high heat. Sear rack of lamb for 1 to 2 minutes on all sides. Set aside for a few minutes. Brush rack of lamb with the mustard. Roll in the bread crumb mixture until evenly coated. Cover the ends of the bones with foil to prevent charring.
- Arrange the rack bone side down in the skillet. Roast the lamb in preheated oven for 12 to 18 minutes, depending on the degree of doneness you want. With a meat thermometer, take a reading in the center of the meat after 10 to 12 minutes and remove the meat, or let it cook longer, to your taste. Let it rest for 5 to 7 minutes, loosely covered, before carving between the ribs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 94.1 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1368.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Choose a rack of lamb that is well-trimmed and has a good amount of fat. This will help keep the meat moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Score the fat on the lamb to help it render and distribute the flavor throughout the meat.
- Season the lamb generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as rosemary, thyme, garlic, and paprika.
- Sear the lamb in a hot skillet to create a nice crust. This will help keep the juices in the meat.
- Transfer the lamb to a roasting pan and cook it in a preheated oven until it reaches your desired doneness. The USDA recommends cooking lamb to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare or 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium.
- Let the lamb rest for a few minutes before carving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat.
- Serve the lamb with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Rack of lamb is a delicious and versatile dish that can be prepared in many different ways. By following the tips above, you can create a rack of lamb that is perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a special meal at home, rack of lamb is sure to impress.
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