Crumbed Lamb Rosemary (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Lamb

01 - 1 rack of lamb with 6 to 9 ribs
02 - 3/4 tsp of black pepper
03 - 1 1/4 tsp of salt
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Dijon Mustard Coating

05 - 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 1 chopped small garlic clove
07 - 1 tablespoon rosemary, finely cut
08 - 3 teaspoons beaten egg

→ Parmesan Garlic Crust

09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 2 tbsp melted butter
11 - 2 tablespoons rosemary, finely chopped
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced
13 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
14 - 1/4 tsp salt
15 - 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

→ Optional Cream Mustard Sauce

16 - 1/4 tsp pepper
17 - 1 cup chicken broth
18 - 1 cup heavy cream
19 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
20 - 1/8 tsp salt
21 - 1 cup dry white wine

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 390°F and put the rack in the middle spot.
02 - Scatter the salt and pepper on the lamb. Heat a skillet on high with 1 tablespoon of oil, browning all sides for 1.5 minutes each, then let it rest for 5 minutes.
03 - Combine Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, and the whisked egg in a bowl.
04 - In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper, then pour in the melted butter. Spread this mix onto a plate.
05 - Brush the mustard mix all over the underside of the lamb, press it into the breadcrumb mixture, then coat the top and sides, pressing into crumbs for full coverage.
06 - Place the lamb on a roasting rack over a tray. Bake for 20 minutes with a trimmed rack or 30-35 minutes untrimmed until the inside hits 140°F.
07 - Wrap lamb in foil to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into portions of 2-3 bones each.
08 - Reduce white wine and broth by three-fourths through boiling. Stir in cream and Dijon, simmering 3-5 minutes until thick.

# Notes:

01 - Racks trimmed to 'Frenched' will look neater, but untrimmed ones are juicier.
02 - The egg in mustard helps the breadcrumbs stick better.
03 - Serve it plain, with the sauce, or even a fancy touch like pea puree.