Lamb Chops in a Red Wine Olive Marinade

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

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 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.