This easy Australian rack of lamb recipe calls for heaps pf fresh garlic, high-quality olive oil, and plenty of Kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper. In summer, I like to prepare this with fresh mint from my garden and cook it on a hot grill. During winter, I prefer a rosemary crust and a simple cooking technique using a heavy cast iron pan.

The Kentucky Derby horse race is this Saturday and I'm putting together the classic cocktail for the occasion: The Mint Julep. The drink begins with a foundation of fresh mint leaves, the addition of granulated sugar, and a pour of one of my favorite whiskeys, Bulleit Bourbon. Mix it up with me!