Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Onion, Garlic and Spices

MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE

3/4 cup bulgur 8 oz ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1/4 tsp each ground cinnamon and salt 1/2 tsp each ground allspice and pepper 3 tsp canola oil 1 tbs minced garlic 28 oz can crushed tomatoes 1 tsp sugar 1/2 cup packed cilantro, chopped

Mix bulgur, beef, onion, cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, allspice and 1/4 tsp pepper. Roll rounded tablespoons into balls. Heat 1 tsp oil in a skillet. Add meatballs, cook until browned. Transfer to a plate.

Heat remaining oil in a skillet. Add garlic, saute 1 min. Stir in tomatoes, sugar, remaining salt and pepper and meatballs. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook 25 min. or until bulgur is tender. SERVE SPRINKLED WITH CILANTRO. Makes 4 servings.*

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 * Catsrecipes Y-Group