PALLOTTOLE DI RICOTTA (RICOTTA BALLS)

Ingredients:
Ricotta or cottage cheese - 450 gms
Grated Parmesan cheese - 3 tbsp
Flour - 3 tbsp
Salt and pepper
Parsley - 1 tbsp (chopped)
Eggs - 2
Oil and butter for frying
Tomato sauce

Method:

• Sieve the cheese and add the Parmesan, flour, seasoning, parsley and beaten eggs. 
• Mix thoroughly then turn on to a floured surface and knead lightly.
• Although rather soft the mixture should be firm enough to handle.
• Keeping the table well floured form into 16 balls.
• Heat sufficient butter and oil to give 1/4" depth in a frying pan and fry the cheese balls slowly until golden on all sides.
• Drain, and pile on a dish.
• Serve tomato sauce separately.
• This is an unusual and pleasant dish for a light lucheon or supper.