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Easy Baked Lamb and Feta Patties
Earthy ground lamb meets salty, creamy feta in these incredibly simple baked patties. You'll only need three ingredients to pull off this Greek-inspired main course. Smoked sea salt mixes directly into the meat, adding a deep, savory backbone that balances the richness of the cheese. They're baked instead of pan-fried, so you won't have to deal with a messy stovetop. Serve them tucked into warm pita bread, crumbled over a crisp salad, or alongside roasted vegetables for a dinner that feels special but requires very little active cooking.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground lamb
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 teaspoons smoked sea salt, store-bought or homemade ( here ), or fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2Combine the ground lamb, crumbled feta cheese, and smoked sea salt in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly with your hands, being careful not to overwork the meat so the patties stay tender.
- 3Shape the mixture into eight patties, each about two and a half inches in diameter. Arrange them evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
- 4Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the patties are completely cooked through. Let them rest on the pan for a few minutes before serving so the juices can redistribute.
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze them for up to a month.
- Reheat: Place the patties on a rimmed baking sheet in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
- Serving: These are excellent tucked into pita bread with tzatziki, or served over a simple Greek salad.