42 Ways to Cook Lamb Tonight

Many consider lamb a "special occasion" meat, something to save for Easter or other holidays and celebrations. But really, this protein should be enjoyed far more often! Lamb chops make a great (quick) weeknight meal and pair easily with your go-to sides, while lamb stews, curries and roasts offer slow-cooked comfort. These recipes are proof that this protein deserves a place on your table all year round, no matter the occasion, starting with these speedy lamb chops. They’re simple, straightforward and oh-so-delicious. Seared and topped with a creamy mustard pan sauce, they’re bound to become a regular part of your dinner rotation.

Leave it to Ina to perfect the art of roasting leg of lamb. She blends up a paste of butter, rosemary, salt and garlic to thoroughly coat the top and sides of her lamb with. "It's going to infuse the lamb with great flavor," she says, "and when it's roasted over the potatoes, it will flavor the potatoes, too."

For a nicer presentation, ask your butcher for two “frenched” racks of lamb (which means that the fat is scraped off the bones). You can also ask to have the racks cut into chops, making your job at home even easier. Marinating isn’t essential but gives the lamb so much flavor that there’s no need for any sauces or condiments.

Reviewers rave about Anne Burrell's braised lamb recipe, with one claiming it's "the most tender, flavorful, delicious lamb dish" they have ever made. She breaks down each step — from seasoning and searing the lamb shanks to developing flavor along the way.