A platter of perfectly seared lamb chops doused in a seasoned olive oil sauce and topped with a rosemary sprig
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Alessi Garlic Puree
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Alessi Coarse Sea Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Vigo Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided
  • 6 lamb loin chops (1 1/4" thick)

Directions

Combine garlic, herbs, salt and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large shallow bowl. Add lamb and evenly coat both sides. Allow to marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour.

Preheat oven to 400. Heat remaining olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium high heat. Add lamb and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Place skillet in oven and cook lamb about 8-10 minutes, or until desired doneness. Let rest at least 5 minutes before serving.