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Kibbeh Bissanieh (baked Lamb And Wheat)

Kibbeh Bissanieh (baked Lamb And Wheat) is a greek lamb recipe made with Bulgur Finely Crushed, Ground Lean Lamb, Onion, Salt, and Black Pepper. Serves 8. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

Ingredients

• 1 lb
• 2 lb
• 1/3 cup
• 2 tsp
• 1/2 tsp
• 1/4 tsp
• 2/3 cup
• 4 tsp
• 1/2 lb
• 1/4 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 1/4 tsp
• 1 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cover bulgar with water and soak for 30 minutes. Add the 2 pounds of lamb, onion and seasonings. Knead well.

2. 2

   To Make Filling: Saute the 2/3 cup chopped onion in shortening until brown.

3. 3

   Add the 1/2 pound of ground lamb, pine nuts, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until meat is browned.

4. 4

   Spread half the of the bulgar/lamb mixture in a well greased 9" X 12" baking pan.

5. 5

   Cover with filling.

6. 6

   Cover with remaining bulgar/lamb mixture and press down firmly.

7. 7

   With a sharp knife cut diagonal lines across to mark diamond shapes.

8. 8

   Dot top with the 2 tablespoons of shortening.

9. 9

   Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 30 minutes; reduce heat to 300 degrees and bake 30 minutes longer.