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Unwrap grapevine leaves and rinse under cold water; place in colander and drain
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Place all, except leaves, in large bowl; knead gently to incorporate
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Wrap meat in leaves as per the instructions accompanying above photos, OR
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Place leaf, inside up and stem down on board; place meatball size portion of filling on leaf
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Fold leaf around filling; tuck ends in with thumb and middle finger while holding roll with other hand
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Cover bottom of heavy pan with grape vine leaves (hopefully damaged ones)
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Place rolled dolmates seam-side down on leaves on bottom of pan, close together; layer
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Fill pot with water to just cover dolmate layers; bring the water to a boil, then turn heat down to simmer
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Simmer with lid ajar for two hours, or until cooked; cool completely
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Serve immediately on tray with Tzitziki, or
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Layer into serving dish, cover with cooking liquid, place extra leaves on top for reheating, or freezing