Greek Lamb Meatballs
 

what you need

500g minced lamb
1/2 c. breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, grated
1/4 c. mint leaves, shredded
1/4 c. feta cheese, crumbled
1 x 250g can tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
fresh basil
olive oil
salt & pepper

what you do

Combine the minced lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, mint leaves and feta cheese. Add salt and
pepper to taste. Shape the mixture into balls of whatever size you like.
Fry the garlic in the olive oil for a few minutes. Add the tomatoes and basil, and simmer 
until cooked. Meanwhile, fry the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown. 
Serve the meatballs with the tomato sauce, and vegetables or mashed potato.

or...

Do not shape the mixture into balls. Press it into a greased rectangular baking tin and bake for 
40 mins at 180o. Slice the meatloaf to serve when cooked.



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