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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 (332g) Recipe makes 4 servings
Calories 461
Calories from Fat 247		(53%)
Amount Per Serving		%DV
	Total Fat 27.4g	42%
	Saturated Fat 10.5g	52%
	Monounsaturated Fat 11.8g
	Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
	Trans Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 168mg		56%
Sodium 779mg		32%
Potassium 961mg		27%
Total Carbohydrate 16.7g		5%
	Dietary Fiber 2.5g	10%
	Sugars 6.7g
Protein 36.0g		72%
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By: Michelle S.
Nov 20, 2002

I was given this recipe by a former coworker who was Armenian. Whenever I bring the leftovers to work for lunch, everyone is popping into the breakroom to see what smells so delicious!

SERVES 4 -6 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 onion, chopped finely
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, depends on taste
1 egg
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
fresh cilantro (to garnish)

Directions

1
Mix ground beef, onion, parsley, cumin, egg, and bread crumbs.
2
Form into small football shapes.
3
In a large saucepan, combine tomato sauce and garlic; bring to a simmer.
4
Add"footballs" and let cook 45 minutes, stirring gently occasionally.
5
Serve over rice pilaf and garnish with cilantro.

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From: Chef 'Diva Divine

On Jun 9, 2008

SPELLED really yyuummmmyy when cooking, but upon eating it I was a bit disappointed. I opted to use more garlic powder and 1/2tsp cumin, but still found that it needed a little more kick. It made for an "OK" meal, but didn't live up to my expectations. Maybe next time I will throw in so red pepper, and some majoram, maybe even a little nutmeg.

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From: Ang11002

On Jul 21, 2004

I made this for lunch today. My footballs "deflated" though..hehe...so we had a meat sauce, but it was still excellent. Cumin is a favorite of mine, and me, sister & dad enjoyed this easy lunch. Thanks!

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From: canarygirl

On Apr 14, 2003

I really enjoyed these little "footballs!" hehe. The sauce was good, though I felt it was missing something...maybe a little more seasoning? I used fresh garlic and parsley. The fresh cilantro sprinkled on top was great...I love the little burst of flavor fresh herbs give a dish. I will definately make these again, and will play with the sauce a little...I'm thinking maybe a hint of cloves and oregano....Thanks for the recipe, Michelle!

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From: Boxerwing

On Nov 21, 2002

I had no idea cumin would make this meal so good! Super easy and super yummy! Served this over pasta and was very pleasantly surprised. Great recipe!

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