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Ricotta Meatballs

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, ricotta meatballs are a delightful twist on traditional meatballs, incorporating creamy ricotta for added moisture and flavor. They are often served with tomato sauce and pasta, making them a comforting family favorite. Today, variations can be found in many Italian restaurants and home kitchens around the world, showcasing the versatility of this beloved dish.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 g Ricotta
60 g Pangrattato
1 Uovo
Sale q.b.
Pepe q.b.
40 g Parmigiano Reggiano DOP
15 g Farina
Origano q.b.
1 spicchio Aglio
Basilico q.b.
1 ciuffo Prezzemolo
300 g Passata di pomodoro
2 cucchiai Olio evo

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while maintaining a similar texture.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy, while grana padano is a more affordable cheese.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier binder, while crushed crackers can be a cost-effective alternative.

1

Metti la ricotta in una ciotola, aggiungi l’uovo, sale e pepe e mescola.

2

Unisci anche il Parmigiano e il pangrattato e continua a mescolare fino a ottenere un impasto morbido e lavorabile.

3

Forma delle polpette grandi circa come una noce, passale nella farina e tienile da parte.

4

Fai rosolare l’aglio con l’olio.

5

Versa la passata di pomodoro, aggiungi sale e origano e fai cuocere per 5-6 minuti.

6

Posiziona le polpette nel sugo e continua la cottura per 6-7 minuti a fuoco dolce.

7

Prima di servire, se ti piace, puoi aggiungere del basilico fresco.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Polpette di Ricotta
Local Name: Polpette di Ricotta

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