Ingredients

  • 12 large-eye lamb chops, frenched
  • Drizzle olive oil
  • Creole seasoning
  • 26 Greek or Nicoise olives, pitted and quartered
  • 2 teaspoons minced shallots
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 ounces goat cheese
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups fine dried bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 16 large fresh spinach leaves

Method

  • Preheat the grill.
  • Make a 1-inch slit on the side of each chop.
  • Season with olive oil and Creole seasoning.
  • Place on the grill and cook for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove and cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the olives, shallots, garlic and cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Stuff the pocket of each lamb chop with about 1 tablespoon filling.
  • In another mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs and olive oil.
  • Season with Creole seasoning and mix well.
  • Smear each chop with the mustard.
  • Dredge the chops in the seasoned bread crumbs, coating completely.
  • Place on a parchment lined baking pan and place a preheated 375 degree oven.
  • Roast for 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare.
  • Remove from the oven and let the chops rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
  • Fry the spinach until crispy, about 30 seconds.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Season with salt.
  • Spoon the White Bean Ragout mixture in the center of each plate.
  • Lay 3 of the chops in the center of each plate, crossing the bones.
  • Garnish with the fried spinach leaves.