Melanzana Alla Parmigiana Recipe
Beef and Veal Meatballs, Marinara Sauce, Aged Ricotta
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground veal, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Assemble the Dish
In a baking dish, layer some of the marinara sauce, then add the meatballs, followed by dollops of aged ricotta on top. Repeat layers if necessary.
- 6
Bake
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the assembled dish for about 20-25 minutes until bubbly and heated through.
- 7
Serve
Carefully remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
