INGREDIENTS
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
3 1/2 cups
torn stale Italian bread (about 1/4 loaf)
1 cup
whole milk
2
large eggs
2 lb
ground beef chuck
1
small bunch parsley, chopped(about 1 cup)
1/2 cup
grated parmesan cheese
1 clove
garlic, grated
Kosher salt
1/2 tsp
red pepper flakes
4
mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
2 tbsp
extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves
garlic, thinly sliced
1/4
to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28 ounce can
crushed tomatoes
3
to 4 sprigs basil, plus chopped leaves for topping
Kosher salt
Ricotta cheese, for topping