Ricotta Balls Recipe
Fresh ricotta balls hand-breaded and cooked to perfection on a bed of tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ricotta Balls
Tomato Sauce
Method
Preparing the Ricotta Balls
- 1
Mix the Ricotta Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the fresh ricotta cheese, all-purpose flour, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended and a thick mixture forms.
- 2
Shape the Balls
Use your hands to form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a plate lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Coat the Balls
Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated. This will give them a crispy texture when cooked.
Cooking the Ricotta Balls
- 4
Heat Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat ½ cup of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- 5
Preparing the Tomato Sauce
- 6
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the torn fresh basil before serving.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Spread a layer of tomato sauce on a serving platter. Arrange the fried ricotta balls on top of the sauce. Optionally, garnish with additional fresh basil.