Lamb chops

recipe for lamb chops with herbs and butter, paired with a side of broccoli rabe:

Ingredients:

For the Lamb Chops:

• 4 lamb chops
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, and parsley), chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter

For the Broccoli Rabe:

• 1 bunch broccoli rabe, washed and trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

Lamb Chops:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the lamb chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Sear the lamb chops for about 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
5. Remove the lamb chops from the skillet and place them in a baking dish.
6. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
7. Add chopped fresh herbs and butter to the skillet, stirring until the butter is melted and the herbs are fragrant.
8. Pour the herb butter mixture over the lamb chops.
9. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for about 10-15 minutes for medium-rare or until desired doneness.

Broccoli Rabe:

1. While the lamb chops are roasting, blanch the broccoli rabe in boiling salted water for about 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the blanched broccoli rabe to the skillet and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Serve the lamb chops hot with the broccoli rabe on the side. Enjoy your delicious meal!