{"id":1545,"date":"2026-04-27T16:04:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T16:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/?p=1545"},"modified":"2026-04-27T16:04:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T16:04:32","slug":"lamb-lollipops-with-mint-pesto-fancy-enough-for-a-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.cherrychapters.com\/theflavorindex\/2026\/04\/27\/lamb-lollipops-with-mint-pesto-fancy-enough-for-a-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"Lamb Lollipops with Mint Pesto (Fancy Enough for a Crown)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lamb lollipops are exactly what they sound like. Lamb chops. Frenched into little handles. Eat with your hands. No shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Juicy, herb-crusted, seared to perfection. Served with a vibrant, garlicky mint pesto that cuts through the richness. Fancy dinner party energy. Zero stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Serves 4 as an appetizer or 2 as a main.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the Lamb:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
    \n
  • 8 lamb chops (frenched\u2014ask your butcher)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    For the Mint Pesto:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
      \n
    • 2 cups fresh mint leaves (packed)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bd cup fresh parsley or basil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bc cup pine nuts or walnuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bc cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 cloves garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \u00bc cup olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Salt to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Step 1: Marinate the Lamb<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
        \n
      1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Coat lamb chops. Marinate for 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours in the fridge).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Step 2: Make the Mint Pesto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          \n
        1. In a food processor, combine mint, parsley, nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and lemon juice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Pulse until finely chopped. With machine running, stream in olive oil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Season with salt. Set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Step 3: Sear the Lamb Lollipops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
            \n
          1. Heat a heavy pan over medium-high heat (no oil needed\u2014meat has oil).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          2. Sear lamb chops for 2\u20133 minutes per side for medium-rare.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          3. Let rest for 5 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Step 4: Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
              \n
            1. Arrange lamb lollipops on a platter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Spoon mint pesto over the top or serve on the side for dipping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Pick up by the bone. Bite. Grin. Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Prep Time:<\/strong> 10 minutes | Marinate:<\/strong> 15 minutes | Cook Time:<\/strong> 6 minutes | Total Time:<\/strong> 30 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Yield:<\/strong> 8 lamb lollipops<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Storage Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Lamb is best fresh. Leftover pesto is a gift that keeps giving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                \n
              • Fridge (lamb):<\/strong> Store cooked chops for up to 3 days. Reheat in pan over medium-low for 2 minutes per side.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Fridge (pesto):<\/strong> Store in a jar with a thin layer of olive oil on top for up to 1 week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Freezer (pesto):<\/strong> Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 3 months. Pop one out whenever you need brightness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Pro tip:<\/strong> Ask your butcher to french the lamb chops. It takes 30 seconds and makes you look like a pro.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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