Pistachio-Crusted Lamb Rack

Directions

1. 1
   Process first 3 ingredients in food processor 30 seconds or until finely ground. Transfer crumb mixture to a shallow dish or pan.
2. 2
   Brush lamb with Dijon mustard, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roll in crumb mixture, coating well. Chill 2 hours.
3. 3
   Cook lamb, in batches, in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 1 minute on each side or until light brown. Transfer to 2 (13- x 9-inch) lightly greased baking dishes.
4. 4
   Bake lamb at 350° for 24 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 135° (medium-rare), or bake 30 to 35 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 145° (medium).
5. 5
   Remove from oven; cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let stand 5 minutes or until thermometer registers 145° (medium-rare) or 160° (medium). Cut into chops, and serve with Cranberry-Black Bean Relish.