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Albanian Potato and Meatballs

Name: Albanian Potato and Meatballs
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Albanian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or lamb; 1 lb mashed potatoes; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cups tomato sauce

A traditional Albanian dish of meatballs made with ground meat and mashed potatoes, served with a tomato-based sauce.

35 minutes4 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mix ground meat, mashed potatoes, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides.
Pour the tomato sauce over the meatballs, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs are fully cooked.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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