Bitokes - Russian Meatballs
These have been a family favorite for years. My Mom made them for me when I was a kid and now I make them for my kids! You can use store bought meatballs, but they are MUCH better if you make your own. Be sure to let them sit overnight to let all the flavors blend. Truly Delicious!
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INGREDIENTS
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- 1⁄4cup butter
- 1medium onion
- 1 1⁄2lbs ground beef
- 1
- 1⁄4teaspoon pepper
- 1⁄4teaspoon thyme
Sauce
- 1cup beef broth
- 2cups light cream
- 4tablespoons butter
- 1teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 1⁄2teaspoons lemon juice
- 1teaspoon salt
- 1teaspoon pepper
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DIRECTIONS
- Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in frying pan. Add onions, fry until clear and tender. Remove onions.
- In large bowl mix hamburger, 2 Tbs butter, salt, pepper, thyme, 1 egg and sautéed onion. Mix and form into balls or patties. Pan fry patties and put them in large casserole dish.
- Pour fat from pan. Add beef broth and boil until only 1/2 remains. Add cream. Boil 1 to 2 minute Season with nutmeg, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Remove from heat, add butter and pour over meat. Sauce will be thin. Let sit overnight. Reheating it brings out the flavor. Serve over white rice or alone.
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