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Polenta Crusted Bacon Goat Cheese Arrotondares Con Ragu Recipe

Crispy polenta-crusted goat cheese balls, bursting with savory bacon and peppery arugula, served atop a rich and simmered ragu. This Ragú® recipe contest entry is a flavor explosion! Easy to follow instructions for a truly unforgettable appetizer or light meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 1281.7 kcal
Protein 34g
Rating 5.0 (13 Reviews)
Polenta Crusted Bacon Goat Cheese Arrotondares Con Ragu 13

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Ingredients for Polenta Crusted Bacon Goat Cheese Arrotondares Con Ragu

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How to Make Polenta Crusted Bacon Goat Cheese Arrotondares Con Ragu

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook bacon until crispy. Crumble and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, gently combine softened goat cheese, 1/2 cup Romano cheese, and 2/3 cup of the chopped arugula with the crumbled bacon.
  3. Shape the mixture into 8 equal-sized balls (approximately 1.5 inches in diameter).
  4. Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with the combined polenta and breadcrumbs.
  5. Roll each goat cheese ball in the flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat thoroughly in the polenta-breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Place the coated cheese balls on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 1 hour).
  7. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Carefully fry the arancini in batches (about 4 at a time), for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and heated through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  9. While the arancini are frying, gently heat the Ragú® sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the remaining 1/3 cup of chopped arugula.
  10. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the arugula is wilted. Remove from heat.
  11. Spoon the ragu onto a serving platter. Arrange the fried arancini on top of the ragu.
  12. Sprinkle with remaining Romano cheese and any extra arugula for garnish.
  13. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

129g

Carbs

6g

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