Lamb Chops in a Red Wine Olive Marinade

LizzieBug's Note:

Fantastic, succulent lamb chops for the grill. My husband's specialty. Recipe inspired by Rob Rainford. Marinating time not included in cook time.

• Total Time: 35 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1⁄3; cup fresh rosemary , chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 10 garlic cloves , minced
• 2 tablespoons black olives, minced or 2 tablespoons tapenade
• 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 cup red wine
• 12 lamb loin chops , trimmed

Directions:

1. Blend rosemary, olive oil, garlic, tapenade or olives, pepper and wine in a blender or food processor until smooth.
2. Reserve 1/4 of the marinade and pour the remainder over the lamb chops.
3. Let the chops marinate in the refrigerator for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
4. 20 minutes before grilling, take chops from the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature.
5. Preheat the grill to 450°F
6. Season chops with salt and pepper and sear on the grill for about 2 minutes per side.
7. Lower heat slightly and continue cooking, turning and basting with remaining marinade occasionally for another 5 to 10 minutes until the chops are done to your liking.
8. Remove from grill, tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.

Reviews

[Dr. Jenny]

DH and I made these lamb chops for dinner last night. They were fantastic! I halved the recipe to accommodate fewer lamb chops with great results. I marinated in a nice pinot noir, used kalamata olives, and cooked on my stovetop grill pan since the weather is pretty bad here right now. I cant wait to make these in the summer on the grill. This is a definite keeper and one that I will make again. Thanks!