INGREDIENTS
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1 cup milk
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3 cups day-old bread cubes, from a loaf of country bread
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3 pounds ground beef (freshly ground preferred)
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3 large eggs, beaten with a pinch of salt
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1 pound drained fresh ricotta (about 2 cups), plus more for the sauce if you like
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1 bunch scallions, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
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1/2 cup grated Grana Padano
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1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
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1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
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1 tablespoon kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1/2 pound fresh mozzarella, cut in 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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4 to 5 cups Tomato Sauce