WELSH LAMB CHOPS WITH LEEKS AND HONEY

Welsh Lamb Chops with Leeks and Honey image

Provided by Mikekey *

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
1 Tbsp lemon juice
salt and pepper
2 Tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped (divided)
4 lamb loin chops
2 c thinly sliced leeks (white and some green parts)
1 clove garlic, minced
3 Tbsp heavy cream
2 tsp honey

Steps:

1. In a shallow non-metallic baking dish, mix 1tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper (to taste) and 1 tablespoon of the mint. Add the lamb and turn until well coated with the mint mixture. Cover and let stand 30 minutes (or if longer, refrigerate).
2. Heat a frying pan and add remaining oil and the lamb. Cook over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes each side. Remove to platter and keep warm.
3. Drain off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from pan. Add the leeks and garlic. Cover and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until leeks are soft.
4. Stir in remaining mint with cream and honey and heat gently until bubbling. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve sauce with chops.