Prime Meatball Ricotta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Ricotta Mixture
Tomato Sauce
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, beaten egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
Ricotta Mixture
- 4
Prepare the Ricotta Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Tomato Sauce
- 5
- 6
Add the Tomatoes
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Everything
Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the tomato sauce and gently coat them. Allow them to simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes.
- 8
Serve with Ricotta
Spoon a generous portion of the tomato sauce and meatballs onto a plate. Add a dollop of the ricotta mixture on top and garnish with extra fresh basil if desired.
