MARCH CAME IN LIKE A LAMB! ~ GRILLED ROSEMARY LAMB CHOPS / GRILLED FRESH ASPARAGUS

~ Daffodil

(March Flower of the Month)

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GRILLED ROSEMARY LAMB CHOPS

~ Snow stopped! Light the grill and enjoy this succulent treat.

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6 Thick (1 1/2 inch) lamb chops

3 cloves minced garlic

1-2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

1/3 cup fresh lemon juice

3 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary

1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme

3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

light sprinkle coarse salt

freshly ground black pepper to taste

• Massage lamb chops with a little salt & pepper.
• Combine garlic, Dijon, fresh lemon juice, rosemary and thyme. Whisk in olive oil and pour over chops. Marinate several hours (zip lock bag works well).
• Allow to come to room temperature, remove from marinade, and grill to desired doneness. Serve with crisp salad and Grilled Fresh Asparagus.

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GRILLED FRESH ASPARAGUS

Toss asparagus spears with olive oil and a few splashes of balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with sea salt and cracked pepper. Grill until slightly caramelized.