Chef johns ricotta meatballs –Get ready to roll your sleeves up and make some culinary magic with Chef John’s Ricotta Meatballs! If you’ve been searching for a dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also doubles as an impressive dinner party centerpiece, you’ve hit the jackpot. Picture this: succulent meatballs infused with creamy ricotta, all swimming in a luscious tomato sauce that could make even your mother-in-law nod in approval. Let’s dive right into this recipe that’s bound to be a crowd-pleaser.
Feast Your Eyes!
Before we get our hands sticky, let’s appreciate what we’re about to create. Here’s a mouthwatering glimpse of the final product:
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to whip up these delightful meatballs:
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for serving)
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
And now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for – time to bring these delicious meatballs to life!
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This step is crucial because who wants cold meatballs? Not me!
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, ground beef, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Get your hands in there and mix until everything is just combined. It should feel like a squishy, cheesy dough. Yum!
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure they have some space between them; they need their room to beautify!
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. The smell will drive you wild!
- While your meatballs are baking, heat up your favorite marinara sauce in a saucepan. Once the meatballs are ready, toss them in the sauce and let them simmer for a couple of minutes to soak up all that tomato goodness.
- Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh basil if you’re feeling fancy. These bad boys are fantastic on their own or tossed with pasta, a slice of bread, or just served with a double helping of love!
And there you have it! Chef John’s Ricotta Meatballs are ready to impress and enjoy. So grab a fork, pat yourself on the back, and get ready for compliments from everyone lucky enough to enjoy this dish.