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Sunday, March 7, 2010

Quick Lamb Gyro Pockets

A delicious Greek classic that's perfect for a light summer supper!
Ingredients
1 pound ground lamb
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
4 pita bread rounds, cut in half
Shredded lettuce
Chopped tomato
Cucumber Sauce (recipe follows)
Directions
In medium skillet, cook lamb with garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat. Place 2 heaping tablespoons cooked meat into each pita pocket. Divide lettuce and tomato among pockets. Serve with Cucumber Sauce.

Makes 4 servings


Cucumber Sauce

1 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup peeled, seeded and chopped cucumber
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed

In small bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir until blended.
Tips
REDUCED FAT TIP Use low-fat or fat-free ranch dressing in sauce.
Nutritional Information
Servings: Per serving
Calories: 757
Cholesterol: 90 mg
Fat: 46 g
Sodium: 1025 mg
Carbohydrates: 58 g

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