GRECIAN LAMB BALLS

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Another original from Melissa Diane Smith's book, "Going Against the Grain". I make this just as she wrote it. They're delicious and freeze well.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground lamb
2 -5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 -3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 -4 teaspoons oregano or 2 -4 teaspoons mint leaves
2 -4 teaspoons cinnamon
unrefined sea salt (optional)
fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, knead together the lamb, garlic, parsley, oregano or mint, and cinnamon until they are well mixed.
  • Form into 1-inch meatballs and place in a baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until done to your liking.
  • Sprinkle with sea salt and lemon juice just before serving.
  • Variation: For Dill Lamb Balls; Substitute 2 tsp dried dill for the oregano or mint and omit the cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.9, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 15.4, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 91.4, Carbohydrate 2.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 25.3

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