Indulge in the culinary delight of ricotta roll ups, a tantalizing appetizer or main course that combines creamy ricotta cheese with a variety of savory fillings, all wrapped in a delicate layer of pasta sheets. This versatile dish offers boundless opportunities for creativity, allowing you to explore a symphony of flavors and textures with endless variations.
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SICILIAN STICK TO YOUR RIBS MEAL: MEATLOAF BRASCIOLE (ROLL UPS), PASTA, BROCCOLINI AND RICOTTA
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Put water on to boil for your pasta.
- Mix meat and next 10 ingredients as if you were making meatloaf. Flatten meat out on a waxed paper lined cookie sheet into a thin layer: 1/2-inch thick, 12 inches long by 6 to 8 inches wide. Cover meat with arugula or spinach, prosciutto and cheese then roll the meat, using the waxed paper to help roll up into a large log, working across the 6 to 8-inch side, resulting in a 12-inch long log. Drizzle the log with extra-virgin olive oil to coat lightly.
- Roast meatroll 20 minutes. Cut into 1-inch slices, 3 pieces per portion, and serve. Make pasta while meat is in the oven.
- Salt water and cook off pasta, about 7 to 8 minutes to al dente, with a bite to it. Drain and return pasta to hot pot.
- While pasta cooks, place broccolini in 1-inch of water in a sauce pot and bring up to a boil. Add salt to the water and add the trimmed broccolini. Cover and cook 5 minutes, drain and reserve.
- To hot, cooked pasta add a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, butter, ricotta, lemon zest, thyme, broccolini and season with salt and pepper. Toss pasta to coat it in the cheese and butter. Season it with salt, to your taste. Portion pasta onto dinner plates alongside meat roll slices and top pasta with tomatoes and freshly ground pepper.
ZUCCHINI AND RICOTTA ROLL-UPS
This is a delicious and pretty Italian summer appetizer. Raw zucchini are marinated in oil and lemon, then stuffed with a savory ricotta cheese mixture and rolled up. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds before serving.
Provided by lacucinadinadia
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Zucchini Appetizer Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pour about 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a large, shallow dish and season with salt and a dash of lemon juice. Layer zucchini slices closely together in the dish and brush with more olive oil. Sprinkle with additional salt and lemon juice. Repeat with remaining zucchini, olive oil, salt, and lemon juice. Set aside to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl; mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain zucchini from marinade, using your fingers to remove excess oil and salt. Transfer 1 zucchini slice to a cutting board. Spoon 1 teaspoon of ricotta mixture onto the top edge and roll up. Arrange on a serving plate, stuffed side down. Repeat with remaining zucchini and filling; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 23.1 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 183.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
RICOTTA ROLL-UPS
Warning: These cookies are very addictive!! Can also freeze and cut as needed.
Provided by Andrea Muntz
Categories Cookies
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. For dough combine flour, egg yolks, ricotta, butter, and blend well. Shape dough into 7 balls and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerated overnight.
- 2. Next day make filling combining walnuts, sugar, ricotta, cinnamon, and blend well.
- 3. Roll out dough pie shell thin (using lots of flour) into a rectangle.
- 4. Spread 1/7 of filling over dough, roll then brush with beaten egg whites. Bake 325 for 30-35 mins. Cool, cut slices with serrated knife. (or wrap in foil, freeze, cut as needed) Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ricotta cheese: Use fresh, whole milk ricotta cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Season the ricotta filling generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs, spices, and seasonings to the ricotta filling. This will give the roll-ups lots of flavor.
- Use a variety of fillings: Get creative with your fillings! You can use anything from classic spinach and artichoke to roasted vegetables, sun-dried tomatoes, or even fruit.
- Roll the roll-ups tightly: Make sure to roll the roll-ups tightly so that they hold their shape when you bake them.
- Bake the roll-ups until golden brown: Bake the roll-ups in a preheated oven until they are golden brown and heated through. This will give them a crispy exterior and a creamy interior.
Conclusion:
Ricotta roll-ups are a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different flavor combinations to choose from, you're sure to find a ricotta roll-up recipe that you love.
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