Kefta

Ingredients

• 1 bunch fresh parsley , chopped
• 3 medium onions , finely chopped
• 1.5 pounds ground lamb
• 2 teaspoons ground allspice
• 1.5 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 cups butter , softened
• 1 medium tomato , sliced

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix together the parsley, onions, lamb, allspice, lemon zest, salt and butter until well blended. Use your hands for best results. Place in a baking dish, or pat into a 2 inch tall round on a baking sheet with sides. Arrange tomato slices on top.

3. 3

   Bake uncovered for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, until no longer pink and the internal temperature has reached at least 160 degrees F (72 degrees C). Serve with pita bread or rice.