Ricotta Basil Meatballs

The secret to delicious meatballs is ricotta cheese! These meatballs are packed with Italian flavors such as fresh basil, oregano, and Pecorino Romano cheese. They're golden and crisp on the outside, and perfectly moist on the inside. Serve with your favorite pasta or top with your favorite tomato sauce.

Ingredients

•1/2 cup whole milk ricotta

•1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese

•6 cloves garlic, minced

•1 tsp cracked black pepper

•1 tsp oregano

•1 tsp onion powder

•1 tsp garlic powder

•1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped

•1 large egg

•1/2 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs

•1lb ground pork

•salt (to taste)

Instructions

1. Preheat the broiler for about 30 minutes.

2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ricotta, Pecorino Romano, garlic, black pepper, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, basil, egg, panko, ground pork, and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

3. Divide the mixture into 12 equal meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

4. Broil the meatballs until brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F)