Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of homemade ricotta meatballs, a delightful twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, parsley, minced garlic, eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Gradually add bread crumbs while mixing lightly to maintain texture.
- Form small balls (1-2 inches in diameter) without packing too tightly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry meatballs in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Optional: Transfer to marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- Perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings.
- Can be served with pasta, in subs, or enjoyed on their own.
- Easy to prepare and adaptable to various cuisines.
- These ricotta meatballs are sure to impress your guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg