Hellomy Foodie Friends!
Among my favorite movies and movie scenes is from “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” when Toula tries to explain to Aunt Voula that Ian is a Vegetarian. In this particular scene, Aunt Voula exclaims “What do you mean you don’t eat no meat.... that’s ok, I make lamb ...”. Although Lamb is a very common meat used in Greek cuisine, it is a meat that can be customary during this weekend’s holiday. I do not often get the opportunity to treat myself to roasted lamb. However, during my childhood, my family would often make lamb for the Easter holiday. Racking up lamb does require using the correct roasting tools such as a good roasting rack.
Tools needed when roasting lamb, or any meat product you are deciding to make this weekend, you do need some essential pieces; a roasting rack and a good instant read thermometer.
The benefit of a basic roasting rack is so the bottom of the meat doesn’t “stew” in its own juices in a pan or burn. The rack is a means of lifting the food off of the bottom of the pan. If you are going to use a metal rack, some cooks prefer flat racks, and some prefer the V shaped racks. There are also U-shaped racks and vertical roasters available (think beer can chicken). Flat rack proponents say that a flat rack allows the meat to “spread out” and roast more evenly while V shaped racks “squeeze” the meat and prevent thorough cooking. The V rack helps keep the meat in a more uniform shape so that it will cook more evenly.
Enjoy the holiday weekend with family and friends. Stop by Compliments to the Chef, Your Neighborhood Kitchen and Cutlery store, located at 33 Railroad Place to get your tools to assist you with your cooking creations. Remember my Food Friends; “Life Happens in the Kitchen.”
Take Care, John & Paula
