As promised, the recipes keep coming. In fact, I'm a little bit obsessed, and I think it's safe to say that so is Lucinda. I had to include my Mom's, Calliope, Greek meatball recipe. They have been one of my favorite meals since I was a kid. If only you could see her face as a table of happy people devour her food.
Keftethes Tiyanites (Fried Meatballs)
about 1 1/2 lbs. chopped beef or a mix of beef, veal, and pork
stale bread soaked in milk
fresh Italian parsley, chopped fine
oregano
1 onion, chopped fine
2 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1 egg
salt
pepper
healthy squirt of ketchup, or splash of red wine vinegar
flour
light cooking oil (grapeseed has been a favorite lately)
feta, crumbled
Mix meat, onions, garlic, ketchup, salt, pepper, parsley, oregano, egg, and milky bread until well mixed. If the mixture does not seem moist, add more milk. Form balls with your hands and roll in flour. Fry over medium heat until nicely browned. The oil should be a fingertip deep. Don't over cook (A few minutes on each side will do). Place on a paper towel or paper bag to drain oil. Sprinkle crumbled feta and salt over top and serve hot. These will make you feel better.
