Lamb Shoulder Chops-Shoulder chops are a less expensive cut than traditional lamb loin chop or rib chop. I like to use them because they have slightly more fat, which is great for baking.

Lamb chops can actually come from a few different areas of the animal—mainly the rib, loin, sirloin and shoulder ... all four types with easy-to-follow recipes and chef-inspired cooking tips.

“A minimum investment of time and effort for a maximum lamb experience”, he says. Slow cooking brings out the best in cheaper cuts, such as lamb shoulder, leaving the meat wonderfully tender ...

Overall, lamb chops present a diverse array of options for culinary exploration, from elegant rib chops to hearty shoulder ...

Boulangère potatoes: Cut each potato into 1½-inch slices and punch out circles with a 2-inch-round cutter. Rinse the disks under cold running water to wash off any excess starch. Pat dry with ...

Season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper ... Reheat if necessary and serve over polenta. Recipe courtesy of Cook This Now by Melissa Clark/Hyperion, 2011.