Ricotta Dumplings In Tomato Onion Butter Marinara

Name: Ricotta Dumplings In Tomato Onion Butter Marinara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the sauce; 1 28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes; 1/2 stick of butter; 1 medium white or yellow onion, pelled & cut in half; salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup hot water; For the dumplings; 1/2 cup ricotta cheese (part skim is fine); 1/4 cup parmesan, asiago, or pecorrino; 1 egg white; 1 teaspoon lemon rind; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 2/3 cup all purpose flour

Servings: persons

For the sauce
1 28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
1/2 stick of butter
1 medium white or yellow onion, pelled & cut in half
salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup hot water
For the dumplings
1/2 cup ricotta cheese (part skim is fine)
1/4 cup parmesan, asiago, or pecorrino
1 egg white
1 teaspoon lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup all purpose flour

1
Add tomatoes (with juice) butter and onion halves to a deep dutch oven or pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2
Reduce heat to low, and allow sauce to simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, smushing the tomatoes on the bottom or sides of the pot.
3
White sauce is simmering, make dumplings by adding first 6 ingredients and mixing to combine well. Add flour and stir until just combined. Set aside until sauce is ready.
4
Once sauce has simmered for 45 minutes or so, remove from heat, discard onion, add hot water, and blend with immersion blender until smooth. Season with salt if required.
5
Place pot back onto medium-low heat and bring back to a simmer, and drop dumpling mixture in by the teaspoon full (a tiny cookie scooper or mellon baller works well!) and cook untill all dumpling float to the top (about 2 minutes or so) Serve immedietely, topped with additional grated parmesan if you wish.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the sauce, 1 28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, 1/2 stick of butter, 1 medium white or yellow onion, pelled & cut in half, and more.

Yes, Ricotta Dumplings In Tomato Onion Butter Marinara falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!