Serves 2

Ingredients:

• 1 French cut Service Foods rack of lamb
• 2 tbsp. dry thyme
• ½ tbsp. kosher salt
• ½ tbsp. fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 tbsp. fresh lemon zest
• 3 tbsp. olive oil

For the sauce:

• 1 cup dry red wine (such as merlot)
• 2 tbsp. butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. Combine the thyme, salt, pepper and lemon zest. Rub all sides of the rack of lamb and set aside for 30 minutes.
2. Heat a large stock pot over medium high for two minutes. Add the oil and sear the lamb rack on all sides. Remove and place on a sheet pan. Place the lamb in a pre heated 400 degree oven for 20 minutes. Remove the lamb rack from the oven and set aside to rest.
3. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings from the stock pot. Add the wine and return to medium high heat. Simmer the wine until reduced by 75%. Whisk in the butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with the lamb.

Enjoy!
Chef Mike