Pesto Meatballs

• 1 bunch fresh basil leaves only
• 1 clove garlic fresh, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt unrefined, I use THIS brand
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons coconut oil or ghee, melted
• 2 eggs beaten
• 2 pounds ground meat beef, sausage, or a combination
• 150 grams breadcrumbs

1. Preheat oven to 400'F and line baking sheets with unbleached parchment paper.
2. TO MAKE PESTO: In a food processor, process basil leaves until completely broken up. Add garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and fat of choice and continue to process until well incorporated and smooth.
3. Mix ground beef and eggs together in a large bowl. Add basil pesto, breadcrumbs, and mix again. I just get in there with my hands.
4. Form into small balls and place onto lined baking sheets.
5. Bake for 22-24 minutes, or until cooked all the way through and starting to brown.
6. Enjoy! To freeze for later, freeze in single layers then place into airtight container.

basil, clove garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, coconut oil, eggs, ground meat beef, breadcrumbs

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Pesto-Meatballs-1515743 (may not work)