MEATBALLS WITH RICOTTA

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Delicious meatballs. Freezer Tip: Freeze leftover meatballs up to 1 month. When ready to use, in a very large skillet bring marinara sauce to a simmer. Add frozen meatballs; return to simmer. Cover; simmer 10 minutes or until heated through.

Provided by Phil Franco

Categories     Meatballs

Time 45m

Yield 10 Meatballs, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large yellow onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1/4 cup minced garlic (about 2 heads)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 1/2 lbs 80% lean ground beef
1 cup grated grana padano (2 ounces)
1 (15 ounce) carton whole milk ricotta cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large skillet cook onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil for 8 minutes or until tender. Cool.
  • In a large bowl combine eggs, onion mixture, ground beef, 1 cup Grana Padano, the ricotta cheese, panko, parsley, basil, salt and pepper.
  • Mix to form a uniform mass and shape the mixture into 2 inch balls.
  • Test one meatball before starting the next process.
  • If the ricotta is too watery, add more breadcrumbs or ground beef. If it is too dry, add more ricotta.
  • Place meatballs on two parchment­ lined 15x10x1­inch baking pans.
  • Brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until 165 degrees F.
  • In a very large skillet bring marinara sauce to boiling.
  • Add half of the meatballs to the skillet and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until a nice saucy consistency.
  • Garnish with Grana Padano, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1170, Fat 84.7, SaturatedFat 33.1, Cholesterol 348.7, Sodium 810.9, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.8, Protein 68.8

KB Lover
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I found that these meatballs were a bit too salty for my liking. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Esther Namutowe
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These meatballs were a little dry for my taste. I think I might add some more ricotta cheese next time.


Gemmagameryo123
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them for later.


Hujaifa Rahman
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These meatballs were delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. I will definitely be making them again.


Carlinbaby102email.Com. Carlinboss1
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I made these meatballs for my kids and they loved them! They were so easy to make and they were a healthy alternative to the usual fried meatballs.


Vuyani Mkheshane
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These meatballs were a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices next time.


Marlena Bijak
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I've never been a big fan of meatballs, but these were really good! The ricotta cheese made them really light and fluffy.


martins anatec
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These meatballs were amazing! The ricotta cheese made them so moist and tender. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were a huge hit.


A K S GAMENG FF FF
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I found that these meatballs were a bit too salty for my liking. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Skyler
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These meatballs were a little dry for my taste. I think I might add some more ricotta cheese next time.


Shamusi Bbosa
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they always turn out moist and flavorful. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them for later.


Manuel Gentry
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These meatballs were delicious! I made them exactly as the recipe said and they turned out perfect. I served them with spaghetti and marinara sauce and they were a huge hit with my family.


Mojib Amiri
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I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them! They were so easy to make and the ingredients were all things I already had on hand. I will definitely be making these again.


Palesa Fresh
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These meatballs were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the ricotta cheese gave them a really nice texture. I'll definitely be making these again.