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Ricotta-Stuffed Squash Blossoms

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Zach DeSart

With stretchy mozzarella inside and a coating of crunchy breadcrumbs, these squash blossoms get the creamy-crispy ratio just right.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 Servings

Ingredients

6

ounces ricotta

2

ounces grated mozzarella

2

tablespoons chopped chives

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

8

squash blossoms, stamens removed

1

cup plain dry breadcrumbs

2

large eggs

¼

cup olive oil

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Preparation

  1. Mix ricotta, mozzarella, and chives; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a piping bag or resealable plastic bag (cut tip). Pipe into squash blossoms. Place breadcrumbs in a baking dish. Lightly beat eggs in another dish. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dip blossoms in egg, then breadcrumbs. Cook, turning once, until golden, about 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels; season with salt.