Cheese Dumplings in Tomato Sauce
Treat your taste buds to an irresistible plate of Cheese Dumplings in Tomato Sauce—a comforting dish that combines soft, pillowy ricotta-and-Parmesan dumplings with a robust homemade tomato sauce. This easy recipe comes together in just 50 minutes and features a delightful balance of creamy, cheesy flavors paired with the tangy, herb-infused richness of the sauce. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, basil, oregano, and a touch of sugar, the simmered tomato sauce provides the ideal base for tender dumplings, which puff up beautifully as they cook right in the skillet. Serve these dumplings as a satisfying vegetarian main or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, topped with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a stunning finish. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a romantic meal for two, this recipe is your ticket to Italian comfort food perfection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a soft, sticky dough forms.
Using a spoon, scoop small portions of the dough and gently roll into dumplings about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a floured tray and set aside.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 1/4 cup of water to the tomato sauce and stir. Carefully place the prepared cheese dumplings into the simmering sauce. Make sure they are spaced evenly to prevent sticking.
Cover the skillet and simmer the dumplings in the tomato sauce for 10-12 minutes. They will puff up slightly as they cook.
Once the dumplings are cooked through, gently stir in freshly chopped parsley. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the cheese dumplings hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 90 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 413 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
