Italian Panzerotti

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 17
Delicious Italian Panzerotti recipe for your dinner tonight
in Italian

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

6 eggs
500 ml milk
50 g melted butter ( not hot )
250 g flour ( plain )
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
salt and pepper
500 g ricotta cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
100 g spinach ( cooked and squeezed )
1 egg yolk
1 kg tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh basil leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 liter bechamel sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
586
Sugar
12g
Fat
31g
Italian Panzerotti is a popular dish in Italy, traditionally filled with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, but it can be filled with virtually anything – vegetables, meats, cheeses. Panzerotti is usually served as an appetizer or as a main meal depending on its size. The recipe originated in the Puglia region in southern Italy, but can now be found all over the country and the world. Its rich filling and crispy crust make it an ideal option for cheese lovers and dinner parties.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together eggs, milk, melted butter, flour, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
2.In a separate bowl mix together ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, cooked spinach, and egg yolk.
3.Roll out the dough on a floured surface, cut out circles, add 1 tablespoon filling in the centre of each circle, brush the edges with water and fold over to seal. Repeat with remaining circles and filling.
4.In a pan, bring tomatoes and basil to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.In a separate pan, make bechamel sauce.
6.Fry the panzerotti in hot oil until dark golden brown and serve hot with the tomato sauce and bechamel sauce.

PROS

Italian Panzerotti is a great dinner option for cheese lovers.

It can be easily adapted to be made with a variety of different fillings to suit different tastes.

CONS

This recipe involves frying, which makes it a high-calorie meal.

It may not be the best option for people who are watching their fat intake or trying to lose weight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains spinach and tomatoes, which are both rich in vitamins and nutrients that support a healthy diet.
Eggs and milk are also good sources of protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body.

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