Lemon Meatballs

Directions

1. 1
   In a 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoon of the oil over medium high heat.
2. 2
   Add onion and garlic; cook 3-4 minutes or until softened, stirring occasionally.
3. 3
   Remove from heat and set aside.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, combine beef, eggs, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, pepper and the onion mixture; mix well.
5. 5
   Form into 18 meatballs.
6. 6
   In the same skillet, heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat.
7. 7
   Add the meatballs and cook 15-20 minutes or until beef is no longer pink inside, turning occasionally.
8. 8
   While the meatballs are cooking, prepare spaghetti according to package directions, drain and arrange on serving platter.
9. 9
   Cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
10. 10
    When meatballs are cooked, arrange them on top of spaghetti; add lemon juice to the skillet and stir to scrape drippings from the bottom of the pan; pour over meatballs and spaghetti.
11. 11
    Sprinkle meatballs with parsley and lemon peel in desired, and serve.