Maple Pecan Lamb Chops

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup maple syrup, divided
• 4 lamb loin chops with bone (3/4 inch thick)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
• 1 cup pecan halves

Recipe

• 1 in a small bowl, combine the mustard, pepper and 2 teaspoons syrup. brush over both sides of lamb chops. in a large nonstick skillet, brown lamb in butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. add apple juice. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meat is tender. remove chops and keep warm.
• 2 add pecans and remaining syrup to the skillet; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until blended. serve over lamb chops.