• These lamb chops can be roasted right away, or you can allow them to marinate for 1 to 2 hours, or overnight. When ready to roast, preheat the oven to 425°F.

Making the Marinade:

• For the sauce, start by finely dicing the garlic. Place the garlic into a medium bowl.
• Strip the fresh thyme and rosemary leaves off the stems, then finely chop both before adding to the garlic.
• Add the whole grain mustard, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well.

Preparing the Lamb Chops:

• Start with a whole rack of lamb. Use a sharp knife to carefully remove excess fat off the top portion of the rack, leaving behind a little bit of fat.
• Turn the rack over to the underside and carefully slide the knife underneath the thin membrane overlaying the bones. Lift the membrane, then pull it off using a paper towel for grip.
• Use a sharp knife to portion the rack into individual chops. To make this easier, turn the rack so you can see where the bones are and slice through the meat, avoiding the bones.
• Arrange the individual lamb chops in a large casserole tray, single layer. Using a spoon or small spatula, apply the garlic and herb marinade all over each lamb chop.

Roasting Instructions:

• Your oven should be preheated at this time to 425°F. Turn the oven from the ‘bake’ setting to the ‘high broil’ setting and let the broiler preheat for a few minutes.
• Set the lamb chops under the broiler for 7 to 9 minutes, until they’re golden brown and the sauce is bubbling.
• Turn the oven back to the ‘bake’ setting to 425°F. Continue to roast the lamb chops for an additional 7 to 10 minutes, until the chops reach your desired level of doneness. I like mine at a medium doneness, around 135°F. Roasting time will also depend on how think the chops are; thinner ones will take less time.
• Remove the lamb chops from the oven and rest for about 10 minutes before enjoying.

Serving Suggestions:

• These delicious roasted lamb chops are fantastic with a variety of side dishes and salads. I typically enjoy these with some roasted potatoes and a delicious salad. Check out some of my recommendations in the post above.