LAMB MEATBALLS OVER SPINACH AND ORZO
My husband and I purchase a couple of lambs every year from the 4H at the county fair and I am always looking for ways to use ground lamb.This is a recipe I found in the news paper many years ago when ever we serve it it gets raved reviews the creamy orzo and spinach are great together..
Provided by Mamarita
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl combine lamb,1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper,garlic,grated lemon peel and rosemary. Shape mixture into 1 inch balls saute until cooked browned all over. Remove from skillet set a side pour off excess fat.
- Add orzo, chicken broth and spinach cook over medium heat 3 minutes or until spinachis limp. Add half n half and salt and pepper to taste, return meatballs to pan and heat through.
LAMB WITH ORZO
Looking to switch up you slow-cooker staples? Consider this lamb entree. A terrific meal-in-one, it certainly adds flair to dinnertime doldrums. A splash of lmeon juice and zesty lemon peel complement the flavors of fresh spinach and feta cheese.-Dan Kelmenson, West Bloomfield, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut roast in half. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with the garlic, oregano, lemon zest and salt. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Cook orzo according to package directions. Remove lamb from slow cooker. Shred meat with two forks; set aside and keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices if necessary; return 1 cup cooking juices to slow cooker. Add one package of spinach. Cook on high for 5-10 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain orzo; add to spinach mixture. Stir in reserved meat and 1/2 cup feta cheese. , To serve, arrange remaining fresh spinach on nine individual plates. Top with lamb mixture. Sprinkle each with remaining feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
GREEK LAMB WITH ORZO
Entertaining doesn't have to equal stress, this spruced up one-pot is perfect for people with little time for preparation
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 2h55m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Cut the lamb into 4cm chunks, then spread over the base of a large, wide casserole dish. Add the onions, oregano, cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon and olive oil, then stir well. Bake, uncovered, for 45 mins, stirring halfway.
- Pour over the chopped tomatoes and stock, cover tightly, then return to the oven for 1½ hrs, until the lamb is very tender.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks, then stir in the orzo. Cover again, then cook for a further 20 mins, stirring halfway through. The orzo should be cooked and the sauce thickened. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and serve with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 696 calories, Fat 36 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 58 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 0.68 milligram of sodium
GREEK LAMB WITH SPINACH AND ORZO
One of my very favorite recipes (can't recall where I got it anymore)... easy and so delicious! Even non-lamb eaters like this one. This reheats very well. I serve it with a salad and pita bread.
Provided by anni703
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Trim fat from meat. Cut to fit into 3.5-6Qt. slow cooker. Combine oregano, lemon peel, garlic, and salt in small bowl. Sprinkle evenly over lamb and rub lightly. Place lamb in crockpot. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high 4-5 hours.
- Remove lamb, discard fat, chop meat and set aside. Add spinach to cooker (with juices), stirring until spinach is wilted. Add cooked orzo, feta, and lamb; stir to mix.
- A sprinkling of toasted pine nuts (pignoli) is a nice touch.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 17.8, Sodium 362.2, Carbohydrate 4.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.6
LAMB MEATBALLS AND ORZO
A Mediterranean-inspired dish. I serve it with a Greek salad and crusty bread. Yummy!! 1 hour chill time.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 1h40m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg.
- Add in the ground lamb, garlic, onion, bread crumbs, milk, dill, salt and pepper; mix well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Shape lamb mixture into 1-inch balls; place balls on a large baking sheet with a rim.
- Bake in a 400° oven for about 10 minutes or until browned.
- Take out of oven and set aside.
- Bring to chicken stock, lemon juice, and lemon zest to a boil in a saucepan over high heat.
- Add in the orzo; stir to combine.
- Boil for 1 minute.
- Transfer orzo mixture into a 2 1/2 quart baking dish that has been sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray; spread mixture out evenly.
- Place meatballs on top.
- Decrease oven temp to 350° and bake, covered, for 40-50 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.4, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 140.9, Sodium 634.3, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4, Protein 31
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