LAMB SHOULDER CHOPS WITH MUSHROOM WINE SAUCE by ChiefyMcWifey

Ingredients

1 TABLESPOON OLIVE OIL 4 LAMB SHOULDER CHOPS 2-3 LARGE GARLIC CLOVES, MINCED 1/2 LARGE ONION, CHOPPED 1/4 - 1 LB MUSHROOMS, SLICED 1 TABELSPOON SOY SAUCE 1 TABLESPOON RED WINE VINEGAR 1 CUP RED WINE 1/4 TEASPOON DRIED THYME 1 TEASPOON CORNSTARCH, DISSOLVED IN 1/4 CUP WATER MINT SAUCE: 3/4 CUP RED WINE VINEGAR (2 PACKAGES)FRESH MINT LEAVES A PINCH OF SUGAR 1 TEASPOON OLIVE OIL

Instructions

In a large skillet heat the oil over merdately high heat until it is hot but not to the point of smoking. In it saute the chops, seasoned with salt & pepper, 4 -5 minutes each side. Transfer chops to warming dish. In the remaining fat, cook the garlic & onion for 1 -2 minutes, while stirring. Add the mushroom & soy sauce & cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring. Add the vinegar, wine & thyme. Stir in the cornstarch mixture. Return chops to skillet & baist with sauce. Reduce heat to low simmer & cook about 2 minutes or while you prepare the mint sauce. To make the mint sauce, place all ingredients into processor & pulse just 2-4 times.