Macedonian Koftinja

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber, while crushed crackers can be more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree is fresher, while canned tomatoes are budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 450°F.

In a large bowl, combine lean ground beef, bread crumbs, diced scallions, whisked eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, chopped mint, and olive oil.

Mix the ingredients together until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Form the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a well-oiled baking tray.

Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

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