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Saffron and Cinnamon Finnish Meatballs with Mustard and Onions

Name: Saffron and Cinnamon Finnish Meatballs with Mustard and Onions
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Finnish
Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb ground pork; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup milk; 1 egg; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp allspice; 1/2 cup sliced onions; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

A luxurious variation with saffron and cinnamon for a warm, aromatic flavor.

32 minutes4 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Mix beef, pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, and allspice.
Add saffron threads and ground cinnamon to the pot during preparation.
Form into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes, then toss with onions and mustard.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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