Ricotta Dumplings with Peas
Indulge in the magic of Ricotta Dumplings with Peas, where fluffy ricotta pillows meet vibrant sweet peas for a comforting dish that elevates simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience. With each bite, savor the creamy texture and delightful flavors that promise to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is as enjoyable to make as it is to eat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh peas (or 1 cup frozen peas)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, eggs, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Gradually add the sifted flour to the mixture until you achieve a soft dough that’s not overly sticky.
- Dust your hands with flour and shape small portions of dough into golf ball-sized dumplings.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Drop in the dumplings; they will sink initially but float when cooked (about 2-3 minutes).
- In a separate pan, sauté fresh peas in olive oil until tender, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked dumplings gently in the pea mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling (40g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs such as basil or mint. You can replace peas with spinach or try different cheeses like goat cheese for a unique twist. Leftover dumplings can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.