Rack of lamb with a herb crust

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas Heat a large, heavy-based frying pan and brown the meat, fat-side down, for 5 minutes. Brown the remaining sides, then transfer the racks to a roasting tin, facing each other, with the bones interlocking.

Step 2

Mix the breadcrumbs with the herbs and garlic, and stir in a pinch of salt and some black pepper. Brush the fat side of each rack with the mustard and cover with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it carefully so it sticks.

Step 3

Roast the lamb for 25–30 minutes for medium–rare meat. Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil and leave to rest for 8–10 minutes. Carve each rack into individual cutlets and serve with a red wine gravy.