Meat and Ricotta Filling with Basil for Pasta

By lorik

This filling is especially delicious with beef, veal, or pork. Use any combination of these meats and pair this hearty filling with tomato sauce.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 pound ground beef, pork, or veal (singly or combined)
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg yolk
• 1/4 cup minced fresh basil leaves
• Ground black pepper and salt

Details

Servings 3
Adapted from cooksillustrated.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in a medium skillet. Add garlic and sauté until lightly colored, about 1 minute. Add meat; cook over medium-high heat, stirring to break up larger pieces, until liquid evaporates and meat browns, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain off fat; transfer meat mixture to a medium bowl. Stir in remaining and set filling aside. (Can be covered and refrigerated overnight.)