Stretch a Pound of Ground Meat with Less Meat Balls
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground meat
- 1 - 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot finely grated
- 1 medium zucchini finely grated
- 1 cup finely chipped diced onion
- 1 cup or more cooked rice or other grain
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 - 2 teaspoons dried thyme oregano, basil, parsley or whatever blend takes your fancy
Instructions
- Use your hands to mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- If desired, cook a small amount to test the flavor. Make any adjustments needed.
- Divide into 6 to 8 portions and form these into smaller balls, depending on the size you want.
- Cook as desired. I flattened mine slightly and pan fried them in a little olive oil.