Lamb Meatballs and Sauce

1 . Stage

Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

2 . Stage

Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; oil lightly.

3 . Stage

Combine bread crumbs and milk in a small bowl. Soak bread crumbs until milk is absorbed, about 30 minutes.

4 . Stage

Combine bread crumb mixture, lamb, egg, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, rosemary, cumin, salt, oregano, black pepper, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl.

5 . Stage

Form lamb mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.

6 . Stage

Cook meatballs in the preheated oven until they are slightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.

7 . Stage

Combine meatballs, tomato sauce, chicken stock, fresh mint, and red pepper flakes in a large sauce pan over medium heat until meatballs are no longer pink inside, about 45 minutes.