Ricotta Polenta with Drunken Meatballs

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add ingredients  for the meatballs  to a bowl

mix until  just combined

roll into  2-tbsp-sized meatballs

mince the  garlic cloves

thinly slice  the onions

heat oil and butter over medium

add meatballs

brown  on all sides

remove from skillet

add oil  and butter

add onions, cook for  5 minutes

add garlic,  cook for  2 minutes

stir in thyme, oregano, pepper and flour

pour in  brown beer

add  chicken broth,  bring to a boil

add meatballs

and the released  juices,  let simmer  over low

meanwhile,  bring milk and  broth to a boil

add polenta

cook for  2-3 minutes

turn off the heat, add ricotta

add Parmesan  and butter

season with  salt and pepper,  cover, let stand  for 1 minute