Stuffed Grape Leaves Recipe

Name: Stuffed Grape Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncle bens converted rice; 1/2 lb ground lamb; 3 teaspoons cinnamon; 3 teaspoons salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/2 cup lemon juice, for in pot; 3 tablespoons butter; 6 cups water, cover over leaves; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

1 cup uncle bens converted rice
1/2 lb ground lamb
3 teaspoons cinnamon
3 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup lemon juice, for in pot
3 tablespoons butter
6 cups water, cover over leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil

1
Wash& stem fresh grape leaves briefly to slightly wilt and drape over something.
2
While drying make filling sauce.
3
Mix lamb, rice, seasonings, lemon juice and butter.
4
Stuff grape leaves with half of a tablespoon or more of the rice mixture.
5
Put the mixture close to the bottom where the stem was at,fold and roll like you would a burrito.
6
When done stuffing, line bottom of stock pot with torn or broken grape leaves then layer with stuffed grape leaves firmly packed with loose flap down in a 3 quart pot, in tight parallel rows, alternating each layer the opposite way (this will help to keep them from moving) when done line with more torn grape leaves on top, put flat plate on top of grape leave and a pitcher of water on top of the plate to help keep it down.
7
fill pot with about 4 to 6 cups of boiled water, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a 1/2 cup of lemon juice and salt so that it is just above the grape leaves.
8
Bring to boil and simmer for about 20 to 25 till done (check one to see if done).
9
Remove grape leaves with tongs.
10
NOTES: Save some of the juice for reheating in the mirowave, and cover.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncle bens converted rice, 1/2 lb ground lamb, 3 teaspoons cinnamon, 3 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Grape Leaves falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Stuffed Grape Leaves

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