Ricotta Meatballs with Lemon Whipped Ricotta & Vodka Sauce

• 1 lb. American Wagyu Ground Beef

• 1 lb. Kurobuta Ground Pork

• 1 cup whole milk ricotta

• ¾ cup freshly grated parmesan

• ¾ cup panko bread crumbs

• 2 eggs

• 3 cloves garlic, finely grated

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

• Tallow or oil for browning

Vodka Sauce

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 small shallot, finely diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

• ¼ cup vodka

• 1 (28 oz) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes

• ½ cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated parmesan

• Salt to taste

Lemon Whipped Ricotta

• 1 cup whole milk ricotta

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 to 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• Pinch of salt