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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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Recipe #47157 | 1 hour | 15 min prep | add private note
Michelle S.

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

Directions

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