Sunday, July 16, 2006

Lamb Keftedes (Meatballs)
Source: Family Circle
http://www.lhj.com


Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 14 minutes
Broil: 6 minutes





Ingredients
2 pounds ground lamb*
2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs (2 slices)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg

Directions
1. Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Mix lamb, crumbs, garlic, onion, vinegar, oregano, mint, salt, pepper and egg in bowl. Form into 2-inch balls (about 32). Place on 2 ungreased rimmed baking sheets.
3. Bake in 375 degree F oven 14 minutes. Remove from oven. Increase to broil.
4. Broil until cooked through, 3 minutes per pan. Transfer to platter.
*Note: If lamb is unavailable, use meat loaf mix or ground beef. Makes 8 servings.

Nutrition facts per serving:
calories: 245
total fat: 16g
saturated fat: 7g
cholesterol: 102mg
sodium: 290mg
carbohydrate: 4g
fiber: 0g
protein: 21g

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