Lamb Shoulder Chops

I saw a couple lamb shoulder chops at Publix the other day, but I wasn't sure if I was interested or not, or even how I would prepare it. After a little wandering for the other things I needed, I'd come up with a solution:

2 Lamb shoulder chops
1Tbsp olive oil
1Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt/Pepper to taste

1Lbs fresh green beans, ends removed
1/4cup sliced almonds, toasted
1Tbsp olive oil
Pinch salt

2 large white sweet potatoes
1Tbsp butter

I looooove sweet potatoes, but WHITE sweet potatoes?? Well hello new cool food! They have a milder flavor, but they certainly hold true to their orange cousins! Heat your oven to 400f. Clean the potatoes well, poke with a fork here and there 5-6 times, then place directly on the middle rack. Be sure to put either a piece of foil or a baking sheet under the potatoes to catch the sticky drippings! That stuff is hard to clean after being baked on... They will need about 40 minutes to an hour, or until a knife can be easily inserted and removed.

In a medium, heavy bottomed skillet (can't go wrong with cast iron!), heat the olive oil over medium to medium high heat. Season the chops with the salt, pepper, garlic, mint, and rosemary, then place in the hot pan. Cook until nicely browned, then flip and repeat. Once both sides are crisp and browned, and the meat has reach proper temperature, remove and set aside to rest.

Heat the remaining oil in the pan over medium heat, then add in the green beans. Saute for a few minutes until they begin to soften, then add in the almonds. Cook until the almonds have browned slightly more, and the beans are softened yet slightly crunchy, then remove and set aside.

 Once your potatoes are cooked, remove and carefully remove the skin. Place the potatoes and butter in a medium bowl, or food processor, and mash to your desired consistency.

To plate, start with the potatoes. Place a tall mound in the middle of the plate, then slowly allow a chop to press the mound down. Place a serving on top of the chop, being sure to include plenty of almonds! Hope you enjoy!