Greek Sausage Sheftalia

Ingredients

• 1 lb of pork or lamb sausage
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add sausage and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring often.
4. Add garlic and spices and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Divide sausage mixture into 4 equal portions.
8. Form each portion into a patty and place on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Sheftalia is a traditional Greek dish that is often served at festivals and special occasions.
• The dish dates back to the 5th century BC and is believed to have originated in the city of Corinth.
• The name "sheftalia" comes from the Greek word "sheftal" which means "sausage."