Lamb in Mint Sauce

Recipes from Herbs in Cooking

LAMB IN MINT SAUCE

* 1 kilo leg of lamb cut into portions (2.2 lbs)
* 4 tbsp olive oil 2 crushed cloves of garlic
* 1/2 cup white wine
* 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped coarsely salt and pepper to taste
* 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped finely

Wash and dry lamb. Season with the garlic, salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté` the lamb until browned on all sides. Transfer to a baking pan and bake until soft. Pour the wine into the pan where you sautéed the lamb and let it simmer for a few minutes.

Add 1 cup water and the coarsely chopped mint. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, then strain. Add the finely chopped mint to the sauce, pour it over the lamb and serve.