Keftedes-Greek Meatballs (Breadcrumb free version)

1. 1 small onion chopped
2. 2-3 cloves garlic chopped
3. 1/4 chopped fresh fennel (OR breadcrumbs)
4. 2 Tablespoons fresh chopped dill
5. 1/2 Teaspoon dried oregano
6. 3/4 Teaspoon Salt
7. Black Pepper to taste
8. 1 lb ground lamb
9. 1 lb ground por
10. Black Olives for garnish sliced into 3rds

Preheat oven to 350º. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.

Combine first 7 ingredients in a food processor and chop until fine but not pulverized.

In a large bowl combine mixture with both the ground lamb and ground pork. Mix well until well combined.

Measure out an ice cream scoop size ball and shape into a football shape. Place on cookie sheet. Repeat until it makes about 18-20 Keftedes. Press a slice of black olive in the center of each one. Drizzle with some good olive oil and bakes until well browned (about 20-30 min.)

Serve with Herbed Lemon Potatoes or rice. Can also be used as an appetizer!