Pork & Ricotta Meatballs Recipe
roasted tomato, parmesan, basil, skillet toast
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Roasted Tomatoes
Skillet Toast
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix the Meatball Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, grated parmesan, chopped basil, egg, salt, black pepper, and breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Roasted Tomatoes Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Tomatoes
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and basil leaves.
- 4
Roast the Tomatoes
Spread the tomatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are blistered and caramelized.
Cooking Meatballs
- 5
Cook the Meatballs
While the tomatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through.
Skillet Toast Preparation
- 6
Toast the Bread
In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil. Toast the sliced bread on each side until golden brown. Rub the toasted bread with a whole garlic clove for flavor.
Assembly
- 7
Plate the Dish
Serve the cooked meatballs on a plate topped with roasted tomatoes, a sprinkle of extra parmesan, and garnish with fresh basil. Serve alongside the garlic toast.
