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Prep time
15 minutes
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Cook time
11 minutes
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Makes
24 Meatballs
Author Notes
This meatball recipe with accompanying dips makes a standout party dish. —Superior Farms
Ingredients
- MEATBALLS
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2-3
slices bread, torn
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1 pound
ground American Lamb
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1
large egg
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1 teaspoon
dried thyme
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1/8 cup
sesame seeds
- HUMAS & YOGURT DIP
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1
can garbanzo beans (15 oz)
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1-2
large garlic cloves, quartered
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1/4 cup
fresh lemon juice
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1/4
extra-virgin olive oil
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Minced fresh parsley (optional)
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Red chile flakes (optional)
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1 cup
plain yogurt
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2 tablespoons
chopped fresh dill
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1 teaspoon
grated lemon peel
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Fresh dill sprigs, for serving
Directions
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1) For the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a shallow baking pan with olive oil.
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2) Place the bread in a blender or food processor and pulse to get 1 cup lightly packed crumbs.
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3) In a large bowl combine the breadcrumbs, lamb, egg, and thyme until well blended. Form in 24 (about 1‑inch) meatballs. Place the meatballs the baking pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until done.
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4) Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the meatballs. Stick a toothpick in each and serve with the dips.
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HUMUS DIP
Drain the beans, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid. Combine the beans in a blender or food processor with the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and reserved bean liquid. Process the mixture until pureed. If desired, sprinkle the top with minced parsley and red chile flakes.
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YOGURT DIP
Mix the yogurt, dill, and lemon peel.
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Garnish the top with fresh dill.
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