Rosemary Pesto Crusted Lamb Valentine Steaks is a traditional British recipe for a classic dish of lamb Valentine steaks crusted in rosemary pesto that's fried and makes and excellent main meal for Valentine's day. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Rosemary Pesto Crusted Lamb Valentine Steaks.
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The lamb Valentine steak is a cut that's gaining in popularity. It's a boneless double steak of lamb loin butterfly cut into very attractive and classy looking steaks. This makes an excellent cut of meat for that special Valentine's day dinner.
Begin with the pesto: Combine the parsley, rosemary, basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, extra-virgin olive oil and breadcrumbs in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and freshly-ground black pepper then set aside.
Meanwhile, brush the lamb steaks on one side with the beaten egg then spread the rosemary pesto evenly onto the egg-coated side of the lamb, applying it liberally. Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat then place the lamb Valentine steaks in the pan, setting them pesto side down. Cook for about 4 minutes, or until the pesto mixture has browned lightly then turn the steaks over and continue cooking until done to your desired level of done-ness (about 4 minutes more for medium). Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving with minted new potatoes and green beans or peas.
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