Best 9 Rack Of Lamb With Pesto Crumbs Recipes

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Rack of lamb is a succulent and flavorful cut of meat that can be elevated to culinary perfection with the right preparation. This article will present a tantalizing recipe for rack of lamb with pesto crumbs, a dish that combines the tender texture of lamb with the vibrant flavors of pesto. The pesto crumbs add a crispy, nutty crust to the lamb, creating a symphony of tastes that will captivate your palate. So, for a special occasion or simply to indulge in a culinary delight, gather your ingredients and embark on this delectable journey with us.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

RACK OF LAMB WITH HERB CRUST AND MINT-BASIL PESTO



Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust and Mint-Basil Pesto image

If you are looking to impress, there are few foods that will convey the message "you are special" more than a rack of lamb. This one has two simple food processor pestos at play -- one for slathering that will make a nice crust, and one for serving. Frenched simply means very well trimmed of fat, with the bones scraped clean. You can do this yourself, or ask the butcher to do this for you. (Many butchers sell already-Frenched racks of lamb. They are pricy, but you're going for a showstopper here.)

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, preferably coarse
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
6 cloves garlic
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Two 8-rib racks of lamb (about 2 pounds each), Frenched
1 cup fresh mint leaves
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • For the lamb with herb crust: Place the parsley, olive oil, mustard, rosemary, garlic, lemon zest and juice and a generous amount of salt and pepper in the bowl of a food processor. Puree until the mixture becomes a paste. Spread the mixture all over the lamb (try to avoid the bones and get it all on the meat).
  • Place the lamb on a rimmed baking sheet bone-side up, and roast until an internal thermometer reaches 130 degrees F for medium rare, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board, cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for about 10 minutes.
  • For the mint-basil pesto: While the meat is roasting and resting, place the mint, basil, parsley, lemon juice, honey, garlic and some salt and pepper in a clean food processor bowl. Puree to a paste; scrape down the sides of the food processor once and process again. Transfer to a serving bowl with a small spoon to serve.
  • Slice the racks of lamb into either single or double chops. Serve with the pesto passed on the side.

RACK OF LAMB WITH MINT-BASIL PESTO



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 (1 1/2-pounds each) racks of lamb, trimmed and frenched

Steps:

  • Blend the mint, basil, nuts, cheese, lemon juice, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper in a food processor until the herbs are finely chopped. With the machine running, gradually blend in 1/3 cup of oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Generously sprinkle the lamb racks with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a grill pan or heavy large skillet over high heat. Place 1 lamb rack in the skillet and cook just until brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the lamb rack meat side up on a heavy large baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining 2 lamb racks.
  • Roast the lamb in the oven until cooked to desired doneness, about 20 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer the lamb racks to a work surface. Set aside for 10 minutes. Cut the lamb between the bones into single chops. Spread the pesto over 1 cut side of each chop. Arrange the chops, pesto side up, on plates or a platter, and serve.
  • Do-Ahead Tip: The pesto and lamb racks may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead. Cover the pesto and lamb separately and refrigerate. Allow extra time for the chilled lamb to roast.
  • Alternately, the racks of lamb can be sliced then broiled before serving. To broil the lamb: Use 18 to 24 meaty single lamb rib chops (about 2 1/2 ounces each, from 3 racks of lamb). Preheat the broiler. Arrange the lamb chops in a single layer over 2 heavy baking sheets. Lightly brush the lamb chops with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Watching closely, broil the lamb chops 3 inches from the heat source until cooked to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Spread the pesto over the chops. Arrange the chops pesto side up on plates or a platter, and serve.
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ROSEMARY-PESTO LAMB RACK



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Categories     Lamb     Roast     Low Carb     Rosemary     Summer     Parsley     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 servings; can be doubled

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup (packed) parsley leaves and stems
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary plus rosemary sprigs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1 1/2-pound rack of lamb

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 450°F. Place parsley, chopped rosemary, grated Parmesan cheese and garlic in processor. Process to coarse paste. With machine running, gradually add olive oil. Season pesto to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place lamb on small rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread all pesto over rounded side of lamb. Roast 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 400°F and roast to desired doneness, about 15 minutes longer for medium-rare.
  • Cut lamb between bones into chops. Divide chops between 2 plates; garnish with rosemary sprigs.

GARLIC HERB CRUSTED ROAST RACK OF LAMB RECIPE BY TASTY



Garlic Herb Crusted Roast Rack Of Lamb Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: rack of lamb, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic, breadcrumb, fresh flat-leaf parsley, fresh rosemary, grated parmesan cheese, whole grain dijon mustard

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 ½ lb rack of lamb, frenched
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
¾ cup breadcrumb
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 ½ tablespoons fresh rosemary
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 ½ tablespoons whole grain dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Season lamb generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a cast iron over medium high heat.
  • To the hot pan, add in 4 tablespoons of the the olive oil, along with the lamb and garlic. Sear all sides of the lamb until browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove browned lamb, and place cooked lamb onto a baking sheet.
  • Remove garlic and add to food processor with along with the breadcrumbs, parsley, parmesan, rosemary, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Pulse until combined. Pour onto a large plate.
  • Brush the top and sides of the lamb with mustard.
  • Coat the top and sides of the lamb with the breadcrumb mixture and roast in oven for 20-25 minutes.
  • Allow to rest before slicing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 517 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 1 gram

PARMESAN-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB



Parmesan-Crusted Rack of Lamb image

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

1 rack of lamb, approximately 1¼ pounds, frenched
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ cup fresh bread crumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley.

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

HERB-CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB



Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb image

For those who enjoy a main course of lamb, here's a quick and delicious treatment for it. The easy preparation gives me the extra time I need to focus on other menu items. -Carolyn Schmeling, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 frenched racks of lamb (1-1/2 pounds each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs, parsley, thyme and garlic. Add oil and toss; set aside. Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown meat on both sides. Brush mustard over top of meat, then roll in crumb mixture., Place racks in a shallow baking pan side by side with bones interlaced resting against each other. Bake 30-40 minutes or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts :

PISTACHIO CRUSTED RACK OF LAMB



Pistachio Crusted Rack of Lamb image

The pistachio and mustard crust gives this lamb dish an interesting flavor and texture. Sure, rack of lamb is a little pricey, but no more so than other special occasion meats like prime rib, beef tenderloin, or goose. And, because rack of lamb is sold completely trimmed, you'll have virtually no waste.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Lamb     Chops

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 racks of lamb, trimmed
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⅔ cup chopped pistachio nuts
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Generously season each rack of lamb with herbes de Provence, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Place lamb in skillet and cook, browning on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer lamb to a foil-lined baking sheet; set aside.
  • Stir pistachios, bread crumbs, butter, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a bowl. Spread mustard on the fat-side of each rack of lamb. Pat pistachio mixture on top of mustard. Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden and lamb is pink in the center, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 164.4 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 53.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 651.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

RACK OF LAMB WITH PESTO CRUMBS



Rack of Lamb with Pesto Crumbs image

Provided by Rozanne Gold

Categories     Herb     Lamb     Roast

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

8-rib rack of lamb, trimmed, flap removed, bones exposed
1/2 cup prepared pesto
3/4 cup breadcrumbs made from fresh white bread

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Season lamb with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spread the pesto over the surface of the meat. Coat the meat thoroughly with breadcrumbs, packing them down lightly with your hands. Cover the exposed bones with aluminum foil and place lamb, breadcrumb side up, on a baking sheet.
  • Roast lamb for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake 20 minutes longer. Remove lamb from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then dust lightly with salt. Slice into thick double chops or single chops. Serve immediately.

RACK OF LAMB WITH PISTACHIO PESTO, WORTH THE EFFORT!



Rack of Lamb With Pistachio Pesto, Worth the Effort! image

I don't prepare lamb very often, but when I do, this is how I prepare. My family demands that we have this at all family get-togethers. Like I said in the title, it is some effort...but just wonderful! Please note: this is an adopted recipe and I hope to make it soonest. If you make it before I do, I would appreciate feedback, Thanks ! ZWT REGION: Italy.

Provided by kiwidutch

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup raw unsalted pistachios
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
coarse salt (kosher or sea)
fresh ground black pepper
1 (1 1/2 lb) lamb racks, frenched (8 chops)
6 slices pancetta, thin slices, cut into 1-inch-wide strips
8 scallions, white and tender green parts, trimmed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Place pistachios, thyme and rosemary in a mini food processor. Add half of the olive oil and process to a paste. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour half of the pistachio pesto into a small bowl, stir in remaining olive oil, and set aside to use as a sauce.
  • Spread some of the remaining pistachio pesto all over the lamb. Place strips of pancetta between the bones and wrap it around the meat, leaving bones exposed.
  • Spread rest of pistachio pesto over pancetta and place rack in a medium-size roasting pan. Roast lamb until an instant-read meat thermometer registers 130 degrees, about 40 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Transfer lamb to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Spoon 1 teaspoon of rendered pancetta fat into a medium-size skillet and heat over high heat.
  • Add scallions and cook until softened and browned in spots, about 4 minutes.
  • Cut rack of lamb into 4 servings of 2 chops each and arrange on plates, along with scallions. Drizzle pistachio pesto sauce all around chops and serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859.3, Fat 81.1, SaturatedFat 28.9, Cholesterol 129.3, Sodium 100.6, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 27.4

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, bring the rack of lamb to room temperature before searing.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the lamb. For medium-rare, cook to 135°F (57°C).
  • Let the lamb rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • For a crispy crust on the lamb, sear it in a hot skillet with a little oil. You can also finish the lamb in the oven to achieve a more medium-rare doneness.
  • Pesto crumbs add a flavorful and herbaceous crust to the lamb. Be sure to use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
  • Serve the rack of lamb with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.

Conclusion:

Rack of lamb with pesto crumbs is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The lamb is tender and flavorful, while the pesto crumbs add a crispy and herbaceous crust. This dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

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