Lamb Rib Chops with Strawberry and Rhubarb Sauce

by Chef Timothy Grandinetti, C.E.C.

Lamb Rib Chop Ingredients

• lamb chops
• extra virgin olive oil
• fresh chopped rosemary
• salt
• pepper
• chive blossoms, for garnish
• toasted almonds, for garnish

Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce Ingredients

• 16 ounces St. James Winery Strawberry Wine
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 pound rhubarb, cleaned and diced
• 1 quart fresh strawberries
• 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice

Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce Instructions

1. Combine wine, sugar, and water.
2. Dissolve sugar and add rhubarb. Simmer for 22 minutes.
3. Add strawberries and lemon. Simmer for 14 to 15 minutes.
4. Refrigerate and reserve.

Lamb Rib Chop Instructions

1. Heat a cast iron pan to medium-high.
2. Season lamb chops with oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Sear 4 to 5 minutes per side.
4. Allow to rest for 5 minutes.
5. Serve with Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce.
6. Garnish with chive blossoms and toasted almonds.