Kabobs/Cucumber Yogurt

12

1 lb(454 g) ground beef or lamb ¼ cup raisins(chopped) ¼ cup dry breadcrumbs 2 tablespoon minced fresh coriander 2 tablespoon tablespoon minced gingerroot 1 tablespoon garlic ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon pepper ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon thyme ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground cumin 4 Greek-style pita breads(no pocket) 2 cups shredded leaf or romaine lettuce 1⅓ cups cucumber/yogurt dressing

Blend first 12 ingredients together. Divide into 12 patties and form into a flattened elongated egg shape. Thread onto wooden skewers that have been soaked in water. Grease grill/med-high heat. Lay out skewers and close the lid. Check after 5 minutes and turn skewers (meat thermometer inserted in centre should be 160°F). Grill pita on both sides until slightly crisp, 2 minutes. Serve kabobs, lettuce and cucumber yogurt dressing in pitas.

CUCUMBER YOGURT DRESSING: Combine all together- 1 cup plain yogurt, ½ cup grated peeled cucumber, 1 green onion thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon l lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt and sugar. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Makes 1⅓ cups.