Greek Meatballs in Minted Rice Mold

Makes 6 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 3/4 pound lean ground Lamb
* 3 slices white bread, with crusts trimmed, broken into small pieces
* 1/2 cup finely chopped Onion
* 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
* 5 fresh mint leaves, minced
* 1 garlic clove, minced
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
* salt and ground black pepper
* 1 egg, beaten
* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
* 3 cups beef broth
* 3 cups hot cooked rice
* 1 tablespoon snipped fresh mint leaves
;Sauce:
* 1 tablespoon minced shallots or Onion
* 1/2 tablespoon butter or margarine
* 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup beef broth, heated
* 1/4 cup minced dill pickle
* salt and ground black pepper
* 1/4 cup chili sauce
* 1 tablespoon white vinegar
== Directions ==
# Combine Lamb, bread, Onion, parsley, mint, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and egg in large mixing bowl; mix well.
# Shape into 1-inch-diameter balls; dredge lightly in flour.
# Heat broth to a simmer in large skillet. Add meatballs.
# Cover and simmer 45 minutes; turn after 25 minutes.
# Prepare sauce while meatballs are cooking.
# Just before meatballs are done, combine rice and mint.
# Pack into ring mold; unmold onto serving platter.
# Remove meat balls from cooking liquid and place in center of ring mold.
# Spoon sauce over meatballs
;Sauce:
# Saute shallots in butter in medium skillet over medium heat.
# Stir in flour, blending well.
# Gradually stir in broth; stir until sauce is smooth and thickened.
# Stir in broth, pickle, salt, pepper, chili sauce and vinegar.
Category:Mint Recipes
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Lamb Recipes
Category:Meatball Recipes
Category:Main Dish Meat Recipes
Category:Greek Meat Dishes