GREEK PASTA WITH MEATBALLS AND FETA CHEESE

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This recipe is loosley based on one that I got from the Cooking Light archives. I chose to partially bake the meatballs in the oven, then finish off the baking in the marinara sauce.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Lamb/Sheep

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups hot cooked orzo pasta
1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb lean ground lamb
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
1 large egg white
2 cups marinara sauce
3 ounces feta cheese (3/4 cup and crumbled)

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Keep warm.
  • Combine breadcrumbs , oregano, salt, cinnamon, black pepper, lamb and garlic in a medium bowl; stir in 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley. Add egg white, stirring mixture until just combined. Shape mixture into 12 (1-inch) meatballs; cover and chill meatballs 5 minutes. (Can be made ahead of time).
  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Bake the meatballs on a roaster pan for 20 minutes. Drain the fat, if necessary. Place the meatballs in a new baking dish and spoon the marinara sauce over meatballs; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until meatballs are done. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley.
  • Serve over orzo.

Sanam Bishwokarma
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to be a hit.


Umeed Khan
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The meatballs are so flavorful and the sauce is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Life With Punjabi
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I'm a big fan of feta cheese, and this dish is a great way to enjoy it. The feta cheese adds a delicious tang to the meatballs and sauce.


Moses Chijindu
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover tomato sauce. I always have a jar of tomato sauce in my pantry, and this is a great way to use it up.


Sohan Boss
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook pasta, and this dish is a great option. It's a unique and flavorful way to enjoy pasta.


Yalonda Scott
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, and this dish is a great example. It's easy to make and it's all cooked in one pot, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Gopal Sing
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the meatballs and the feta cheese, and they didn't even notice the vegetables.


gary chapman
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I made this dish for my Greek grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of her childhood.


Sonil Shah
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less red pepper flakes next time.


Aja Evans
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I'm not a big fan of pasta, but I really enjoyed this dish. The meatballs were so flavorful and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll use a different type of pasta.


Nadiya Khatun
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less feta cheese next time.


karim Velazquez
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I'm a big fan of Greek food and this dish did not disappoint. The meatballs were perfectly seasoned and the feta cheese added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


John Kerr
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this dish without the meatballs. It was still delicious! The feta cheese and tomato sauce were so flavorful.


Parvez Ahmed
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover meatballs. I always have a few meatballs left over after I make spaghetti and meatballs, and this is a great way to use them up.


Hala Ezzo
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


OMEGA 150
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the meatballs, feta cheese, and tomato sauce.


SMITHY
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I'm not a big fan of feta cheese, but I really enjoyed this dish. The meatballs were so well-seasoned and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again, but I'll use a different type of cheese.


Ani agozie
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The kids loved the meatballs and the adults loved the feta cheese. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal.


May Rabbi Hossain
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This Greek pasta dish is a total winner! The meatballs are so flavorful and juicy, and the feta cheese adds a delicious tang. I'll definitely be making this again.


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