Preparation:
In a 12-inch skittet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over
medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 3-4 minutes or until
softened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.
In large bowl, combine beef, eggs, bread crumbs, parsley, salt, black
pepper and the onion mixture; mix well. Form into 18 balls.
In the same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat.
Add the meatballs and cook 15-20 minutes or until beef in no longer pink
inside, turning occsionally.
While the meatballs are cooking, prepare spaghetti according to package
directions; drain. Arrange on a serving platter and cover with aluminum
foil to keep warm.
When meatballs are cooked, arrange them on top of the spaghetti. Add
lemon juice to the skittle and stir to scrape dripping from the bottom
of the pan; pour over meatballs and spaghett.
Sprinkls meatballs with parsley and lemon peel, if desired. |
