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Tender cuts of lamb are grilled to perfection then nestled on a bed of orzo and peas with feta cheese.  Mint chimichurri adds a delightfully bright freshness with an interesting combination of flavors and transforms this dish in to an amazing dining experience.  Easy to prepare, these elegant little lamb chops would most certainly be the perfect thing to serve your family this Easter.

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Lamb chop with mint chimmichurri
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Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri

Tender cuts of lamb are grilled to perfection then nestled on a bed of orzo and peas with feta cheese. Mint chimichurri adds a delightfully bright freshness with an interesting combination of flavors and transforms this dish in to an amazing dining experience.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients

Chimichurri:

  • 2 cups fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3-4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 jalapeno cored and seeded
  • salt, pepper, and sugar to taste

Orzo & Peas:

  • 2/3 cups dry orzo pasta
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen green peas
  • ½ cup mint chimichurri above
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Lamb:

  • 1 4-6 oz Lamb loin chop per person trimmed
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

Chimichurri

  • Pulse all ingredients in a food processor, season with salt pepper and sugar to taste.

Orzo

  • Cook orzo in a pot of boiling water according to directions.   
  • Add peas the last 3 minutes of cooking time. Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Stir in chimichurri and feta.

Lamb

  • Rub both sides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Allow chops to sit for 30 minutes. 
  • Grill each side for 4 to 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145° F.

Notes

I love this dish for entertaining. I prepare both the chimichurri and the orzo in advance, so that all that is left to do is grill the chops when the guests arrive. Lamb could also be pan-fried or broiled if you prefer.

 

 

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Bacon and green beans. Now who wouldn’t like that? This simple to prepare dish is a “seconds please” way to serve green beans at your table.

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Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
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Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles

Green beans wrapped in bacon with a hint of lemon make an easy and delicious vegetable for any meal or your holiday buffet.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 6
Author Christoph

Ingredients

  • Fresh green beans, whole
  • Bacon strips, cut in half
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon zest

Instructions

  • Begin by heating the oven to 350° F. Lightly oil the bottom of a shallow baking dish.
  • Wash and dry the green beans. Trim the ends and discard any beans that have damage.
  • Halve the bacon and wrap it around 6 – 8 beans. Place the bundles in the baking dish an inch apart (this will allow air to circulate and cook evenly).
  • Drizzle the bean bundles with olive oil and place in the oven for about 45 minutes or until the bacon is crisp.
  • Remove from the oven and lightly season with salt and pepper. (Remember the bacon adds sodium so go light on the salt).
  • Grate with lemon zest for a bit of added flavor.
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