6 lamb chops
1 flour
1 salt and pepper
2 tbsp spanish olive oil
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 lb vine-ripened tomatoes,
1 peeled, seede, and chopped
1/2 cup spanish olives, seeded and
1 sliced
Directions
Season chops with salt and pepper; dredge with flour.Heat oil in heavy
skillet until light haze forms. Add chops and cook 2 to 6 minutes on
each side.Transfer to heated platter. Pour wine into skillet and
scrape up brown bits. Stir in tomatoes and olives. Cook over medium
heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon over
chops.
Servings: 1 servings
Basque Lamb Chops With Tomatoes & Olives Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Fruit; Lamb; Meat; Tomato; Vegetable
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