Leek and Meat Patties

== Ingredients ==
* 2 large bunches fresh leeks, (about 8 medium size)
* 1 lbs lean ground beef
* 2 large eggs, beaten
* ¼ cup matzo meal or matzo cake meal
* 1 tsp salt
* ¼ tsp ground black pepper
=== For frying ===
* ½ cup matzo cake meal, for coating
* vegetable oil
* 3 to 4 large eggs, beaten
== Directions ==
# To clean the leeks, cut off and discard the roots and all but 1 to 2 inches of the green tops.
# Slice the leeks in half lengthwise and rinse them very well under cool running water to remove any grit.
# Coarsely chop the leeks and put them in a saucepan with water to cover.
# Simmer them, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes, or until they are very tender.
# Drain the leeks well; then cool them until they can be handled.
# Use your hands to squeeze out all the excess liquid.
# Grind the leeks in a meat grinder (or very coarsely puree them with a food processor).
# In a medium-size bowl, combine the leeks with the ground beef, eggs, ¼ cup matzo meal, salt, and pepper.
# Use your hands or a fork to blend them well. The mixture should be soft, but firm enough to be molded into patties. Add more matzo meal, if necessary.
# Form the leek-meat mixture into small patties about 2 inches wide and ½-inch thick, coating each with cake meal to make it easier to shape.
# In a large skillet, over medium heat, heat oil that is about ¼-inch deep until it is hot but not smoking.
# Dip each patty into the beaten egg to coat it and drain off the excess; then immediately set it in the hot oil.
# Fry the patties until they are golden brown on both sides.
Category:Passover Side Dishes
Category:Leek Recipes
Category:Ground beef Recipes
Category:Matzo meal Recipes
Category:Egg Recipes