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Roast Racks of Lamb with New Potatoes and Mint Pesto

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Roast Racks of Lamb with New Potatoes and Mint PestoBRIAN LEATART

Ask the butcher to "french" the racks of lamb, which involves cutting away the meat from the ends of the rack to expose the bones.

Serve with: California Cabernet • asparagus sprinkled with chives and toasted pine nuts • crusty baguette • blueberry crumble with cream

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