Lamb Loins with Mustard Crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter plus 5 tablespoons, melted
- 2 whole boneless lamb loins (about 1 pound each)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- About 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup coarse dry bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced shallot
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped oregano
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped basil
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat the oven to 450.
- Melt the 3 tablespoons of butter in a large ovenproof skillet.
- Season the lamb loins with salt and pepper and dredge in the flour.
- Add to the skillet and cook over moderately high heat, turning, until browned all over, about 6 minutes.
- Let the lamb cool slightly, then pat dry and brush with the mustard.
- On a plate, mix the bread crumbs with the parsley, garlic, shallot, oregano, basil, Parmesan and the melted butter.
- Roll the lamb in the crumb mixture, pressing it into the meat.
- Return the lamb to the skillet and roast for about 15 minutes for medium-rare meat.
- Transfer to a work surface, cover loosely with foil and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Slice the lamb loins 1/3 inch thick and serve.
butter, lamb loins, salt, flour, mustard, coarse dry bread crumbs, flatleaf parsley, garlic, shallot, oregano, basil, parmesan cheese
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/lamb-loins-with-mustard-crumbs (may not work)