Aleppo Blend Meatballs & Lemon Artichokes – Pat's Pantry, Spices & Teas

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb ground turkey
• 1/2 lb ground lamb
• 1 tbsp Aleppo Spice Blend
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or ground oatmeal
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 2 tbsp fresh mint or dill, chopped
• Salt
• pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil, for cooking
• 4 medium artichokes
• 1 lemon, halved
• 2 cups water
• 1 garlic clove, smashed
• Salt, for seasoning