Garlic Crusted Rack of Lamb

• head of garlic (cloves peeled)
• ¼ cup rosemary leaves
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 
• 2 racks of lamb, frenched (2 pounds each)
• Salt and freshly ground pepper

• Step 1: In a mini food processor, combine the garlic, rosemary and olive oil and process until the garlic is finely chopped. Season the lamb racks with salt and pepper and rub the garlic-rosemary oil all over them. Set the racks fat side up on a large rimmed baking sheet and let stand for 1 hour.

• Step 2 : Preheat the oven to 450°. Roast the lamb in the upper third of the oven for 15 minutes. Turn the racks and roast for 10 minutes longer for medium-rare meat. Transfer the racks to a carving board, stand them upright and let rest for 10 minutes.

• Step 3 : Carve the racks in between the rib bones and transfer to plates. Serve right away with any root vegetables, risotto or potatoes of your choosing!

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