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Grilled Lamb Chops
Servings: 4
8 lamb loin chops, 1 in. thick (4 oz. ea.)
3 ripe nectarines, pitted and sliced
1/2 cup California Zinfandel wine
2 -3 teaspoons sugar
2 tsp. fresh rosemary, chopped or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 Tbsp. water
2 tsp. cornstarch
3 c. hot cooked rice or rice pilaf (optional)

Trim chops and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper, if desired. Grill over moderate coals for 5 - 6 minutes per side or to desired doneness. The chops can also be broiled 4 inches from heat for the same time.
Meanwhile for nectarine sauce, in a medium saucepan combine sliced nectarines, Zinfandel wine or grape juice, sugar and rosemary. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Combine the water and cornstarch; stir into plum mixture. Cook and stir till thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Serve chops with nectarine sauce and hot rice, if desired.

Nutrition facts per serving: 264 calories, 9 g total fat, 87 mg cholesterol, 78 mg sodium

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