For the best flavor and nutritional value look for lamb that has been grass fed, preferably for it’s entire life. Develop a relationship with your local butcher; they will be able to give you information you need. You will be helping to support sustainable agriculture while giving yourself the best nutrients available.

Preheat grill or broiler

• 6 thick t-bone style lamb chops
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 teaspoon ground rosemary
• 2 teaspoon oregano
• 2-3 tablespoon olive oil
• 2-3 tablespoon red wine
• Juice of half a lemon
• Salt and Pepper to taste

In a glass dish that will fit the chops add the olive oil, lemon juice and wine. Place chops in the dish and bath them, turning over once. Using a garlic press spread one clove pressed garlic on each chop. Sprinkle with herbs and salt and pepper. Let sit covered at room temperature until ready to cook 20-45 minutes. Grill or broil over medium heat until cooked to your liking – approx 5 minutes on first side and 4 minutes on the second side. Add additional time for thicker cuts. Remove from the heat and season with finishing salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with Rustic Olive Relish.

Serves 4-6

—recipe submitted by Heidi Lucia Chase, NTP
luciadella@yahoo.com

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