Kibbestata

Ingredients

• •6 sheets matzo
• •1 1/2 pounds ground beef or lamb
• •1 onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup pine nuts
• •1 teaspoon allspice
• •1 teaspoon kosher salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the matzo sheets briefly in water and squeeze gently so they are pliable but not falling apart.

2. 2

   Cook the onion in oil, then add the meat, pine nuts, allspice, salt, and pepper and sauté until browned.

3. 3

   Line a greased baking dish with half the softened matzo.

4. 4

   Spread the meat filling evenly over the matzo and top with the remaining matzo.

5. 5

   Bake until set and lightly browned, then rest before cutting into squares.