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Ricotta and Cinnamon Meatballs

Giada De Laurentiis
  • 35 minutes
  • Serves 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS

1

large or 2 small shallots, minced

2 cloves

garlic, minced 

1

large egg 

1/4 tsp

ground cinnamon 

1/8 tsp

ground nutmeg 

1 lb

ground beef chuck (80 percent lean) 

1/4 cup

orzo pasta 

1/2 cup

whole-milk ricotta cheese 

1/4 cup

fresh basil leaves, chopped 

1/2 tsp

kosher salt 

1/4 tsp

freshly ground black pepper 

1

jar store-bought marinara sauce