Moroccan Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

• ground lamb
• paprika
• cumin
• fresh parsley
• salt
• garlic clove
• diced tomatoes with juice
• olive oil
• tomato paste
• onion

Preparation

1. 1make meatballs: place lamb in a large bowl
2. 2measure in 1 1 / 2 tsp paprika , 1 tsp cumin , half the chopped parsley , and 1 tsp salt
3. 3mix to incorporate seasonings through meat
4. 4roll meat into 1 inch balls and set aside
5. 5make the sauce: turn on food processor and drop garlic through feed tube
6. 6let machine run until garlic is chopped , then stop
7. 7remove lid and scrape down sides of the bowl
8. 8add teh drained toamtoes , olive oil , tomato paste , and onion
9. 9add remaining 1 1 / 2 tsp paprika , 1 tsp cumin , 1 / 2 tsp salt , and remaining parsley
10. 10process until nearly smooth
11. 11scrape into a pan or deep skillet that is 10 inches across
12. 12set over medium heat and bring to a boil
13. 13cook 2-4 minutes and then remove from heat
14. 14nestle meatballs into sauce in a single layer
15. 15swirl pan gently to ensure that meatballs are covered with sauce
16. 16set over medium heat with lid slightly ajar and cook 10-12 minutes , until meatballs are cooked through
17. 17taste and add more salt if necessary
18. 18if sauce is very thick , add a bit of water