Lemony Greek Meatballs

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These tender meatballs feature the classic greek flavor combination of lemon, garlic, and oregano. beef and lamb are combined with a simple red wine sauce; if you change the meats used to chicken and/or turkey, just use white wine instead of red. from the meatball cookbook bible"..."

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Steps

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Finely chop the onion.

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Mince the garlic.

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Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray the foil with vegetable oil spray.

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Heat oil in a small skillet to medium-high.

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Saute onion and garlic for about 3 minutes or until onion is translucent.

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In a large bowl blend egg and milk.

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Add breadcrumbs , 2t parsley , and oregano and mix well.

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Add half of the sauteed onion mixture , the lamb , and the beef to the bowl.

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Season with salt and pepper and mix well.

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Form the mixture into 1 1 / 2 inch meatballs and put them on the prepared pan.

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Spray the tops of the meatballs with vegetable oil spray.

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Bake meatballs at 450 degrees for 12-15 minutes.

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While meatballs are baking , add the wine to the skillet with the remaining onion mixture and bring to a boil.

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Cook until liquid is reduced by half.

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Add lemon juice and remaining 2t parsley and cook an additional 2 minutes.

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Season with salt and pepper.

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Place the cooked meatballs in a shallow bowl and pour the wine mixture over them.

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Toss ge.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, red onion, garlic cloves, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, fresh oregano, ground lamb, ground beef, dry red wine, lemon juice, cooking spray, salt and pepper