Ricotta Meatballs
Flavorful and tender meatballs made with ricotta cheese, seasoned with herbs and spices, perfect for pasta or as an appetizer.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 cup water (for sauce, optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, ricotta, egg, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overwork.
- Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch (4 cm) meatballs, about 24 total. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Optional: Transfer cooked meatballs to a simmering sauce of your choice and heat through before serving.
Notes
Serve with marinara sauce and pasta for a complete meal.