Lamb Chops Or Cutlets W Caramelized Garlic

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From culinaria spain & recipe editor ingeborg pils, this special recipe is said to be native to the balearic islands off the coast of spain where *fresh and simple* described the secret of the cuisine. They certainly succeed in this unbelievably simple to prepare, elegant to serve & flavored to perfection recipe using 2 of my favorite ingredients - lamb & garlic. *enjoy*

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Steps

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Rinse & clean lamb chops , pat dry , season w / salt & pepper & set aside.

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Heat olive oil in a large skillet.

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Fry garlic cloves till just starting to caramelize a golden brown & remove from skillet using a slotted spoon.

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In the same skillet , fry lamb chops on both sides in the oil.

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Remove chops to a warmed platter & pour off any excess olive oil in the skillet.

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De glaze the pan drippings w / 2 oz red wine & briefly return the garlic cloves to the pan to rewarm slightly in the juices.

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Ladle the pan juices & garlic cloves over the lamb chops & serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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lamb chops, salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic cloves, red wine