GREEK RECIPE: Boiled Meatballs

1 lb ground lean beef
1 med onion grated
1/4 tsp parsley flakes
1 Tbs raw rice
1 quart water

2 eggs
2 Tbs cold water
1Tbs olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
juice of one lemon

Place beef, onion, rice, seasonings and 2 Tbs water in a bowl. Knead thoroughly and add a little water to make mixture pliable. Shape into balls the size of a walnut. Bring water and oil to boil, add meat balls and reduce to simmer uncovered for about 35 minutes. Remove from flame.

Beat eggs in a bowl until frothy, slowly add lemon juice while beating. Then, while beating, add 1 cup of the hot liquid which meatballs were cooked. Drain meatballs, place in a serving dish and pour egg lemon sacuce over them. Serve over steamed rice or mashed potatoes. Serves 4.

Greek Recipe: Boiled Meatballs

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GREEK RECIPE: Boiled Meatballs