Seared loin of lamb with herb mash and forest mushrooms

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2Cannon of lamb; (taken from the best
; end)
150millilitresLamb gravy
100gramsMixed wild mushrooms
3largesBaking potatoes
80gramsFrench beans
125millilitresWhite wine
20gramsMixed soft herbs; (ie parsley, chives,
; tarragon)
1Clove garlic; crushed
125millilitresMilk
25gramsButter
Olive oil
Seasoning

Directions

Boil the potatoes and drain well before mashing. Add the butter and enough milk to make the mash light and fluffy. Season to taste and add the herbs just before serving.

Seal the lamb in a hot pan, colouring all surfaces, then cook in medium-hot oven until pink (approximately 6 minutes).

Saut‚ the mushrooms in a pan with the garlic until soft, then add the white wine and reduce by ¾. Add your lamb gravy, bring to the boil, adjust the seasoning and consistency.

Rest meat for 2 minutes, then slice each cannon into 6 pieces (3 per person).

To serve, place mash in centre of the plate, put lamb around the mash and then sauce over the top. Garnish with a few French beans.

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