Lamb Meatballs with Cranberry Drizzle

Source

Author: Bob and Robin Young

Source: Adapted from BHG "Appetizers" Magazine

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Author Notes

Lamb and mint give these meatballs a wonderful North African twist.

Degree of Difficulty

Degree of Difficulty: Easy

Oven Temperature: 300°F

Servings

Yield: 32 Meatballs

Ingredients

1

Egg, lightly beaten

1

c

Panko

¼

c

fresh snipped Mint

3

cloves

Garlic, minced

1/8

t

Sea Salt

1/8

t

Black pepper, fresh ground

1

lbs

ground Lamb

1

lbs

lean Ground Beef, 96%

16

oz

Cranberry juice

1

T

Brown sugar, packed

3

T

Olive Oil

Toasted Pita Wedges (Optional)

Fresh Mint Leave (Optional)

1

Preheat oven to 300°F

2

In a large bowl, combine the egg, panko, mint, garlic, salt and pepper. Add the lamb and beef and mix well. Shape into 32 meatballs and set aside.

3

In a medium saucepan, bring the cranberry juice to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes to ½ cup. Add the brown sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.

4

In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Brown half of the meatballs at a time. Place the meatballs in a single layer in a 15x10x1 inch baking dish. Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until done, 160°F.

5

Add the cranberry mixture to the large skillet. Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture thickens. Add meatballs and stir to coat.

6

Arrange the meatballs on a serving plate and drizzle with the cranberry sauce. Sprinkle with chopped mint leaves and serve with toasted pita bread wedges.

Cooking Times

Preparation Time: 35 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes