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    February 26, 2026

    These Ricotta Meatballs are a cheesy, zesty take on an Italian American classic, and are ready in just 20 minutes. If you love meatballs, you’ll love this version. My family loved these meatballs. They were flavorful and so tender. Plus, it’s easy to double the recipe and freeze these Italian-style leftover meatballs for later.

    Ricotta Meatballs
    Ricotta Meatballs
    Ricotta Meatballs
    Ricotta Meatballs
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    Ricotta Meatballs

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    Place the ground beef in a medium-sized bowl.
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    Sprinkle in the ricotta cheese then crack in the egg. Use your hands or a ground beef mixer to combine the ingredients.
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    Add in the breadcrumbs, then the Parmesan cheese, basil, lemon zest, and seasonings.
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    Once all ingredients are well-combined, portion the meatballs into 1 to 2 tablespoon-sized balls and roll between your hands until they form smooth meatballs.

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    Set the formed meatballs into a clean plate. Place 2 tablespoons of oil in a frying pan, and once hot, add the meatballs. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side, turning to brown all over.

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    Place the formed meatballs in a casserole dish. Bake at 350F for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.

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    Hi! I’m Christina… welcome to my kitchen! It’s so nice to meet you! I share tried and true recipes that anyone can make. I believe, if you can read, you can cook.

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