Romantic Dinner Update: Lamb Is For Lovers

(NAPSA) – A meal can be more than mouthwatering when you prepare it with the right ingredients. Plan your menu around lamb and the delicious results will provide a romantic dinner for two.

Whether you opt for the show-stopping rack or tender-loving loin chops, the following recipes for American Lamb Loin Chops and Red Chile Grits will make this a meal to remember:

Courtesy of Chef Tim Love

American Lamb Loin Chops

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Ingredients

American Lamb Loin Chops

• 2 5 oz. American Lamb Loin Chops
• 2 oz. olive oil
• 1 clove garlic minced
• kosher salt to taste
• black pepper Cracked, to taste

Red Chile Grits

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 red bell peppers fire-roasted, skins peeled and seeded, medium dice
• 4 cloves garlic roasted
• 1 small red onion medium dice
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grits
• 2 cups manchego cheese shredded
• 1/4 cup chives chopped
• salt to taste
• pepper to taste

Instructions

American Lamb Loin Chops

• Heat cast-iron or heavy- bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat until hot and barely smoking.
• Brush lamb chops with olive oil and minced garlic.
• Season liberally with salt and pepper.
• Place on pan for 3 minutes a side or until medium-rare.
• Remove lamb chops from pan and let sit uncovered for 5 minutes.
• Serve with creamy red chile grits.
• Makes 2 Servings

Red Chile Grits

• In a hot sauce pot, add olive oil, roasted peppers, garlic and onion.
• Stir until well incorporated, then add butter.
• Melt the butter down, then add chicken stock and cream and bring to a boil.
• After liquid comes to a boil, turn down the heat to medium-low and stir in grits and cheese.
• Keep stirring thoroughly until the grits are cooked all the way.
• Add chives, salt and pepper.

Notes

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