Creamy Dijon Lamb Chops

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 4 min

Cooking Time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 8 (2-inch thick) lamb chops, trimmed
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. Sprinkle lamb chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-heat. Add chops, and cook 7 minutes in each side or until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part registers at 150 degrees (medium-rare). Place chops in a serving dish, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet.
   
   
2. Saute garlic in reserved drippings over medium heat 30 seconds. Stir in cream, mustard, and thyme. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over chops.