Baked Meatballs And Pasta Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Meatballs And Pasta

• Ground Beef
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• Parmesan Cheese
• Fresh Basil
• 1 large egg
• Olive Oil
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Garlic Clove
• Red Capsicum
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/2 cup water
• Red Wine
• Salt And Pepper

How to Make Baked Meatballs And Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork), 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1 large egg. Gently mix until just combined.
3. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside, reserving the oil in the pan.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet with the reserved oil. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
7. Add 1 cup chopped bell pepper and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes more.
8. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 1/2 cup water, and 1/4 cup dry red wine (optional). Bring to a simmer.
9. Add the cooked macaroni, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the sauce. Stir to combine.
10. Transfer the meatballs to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
11. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs over the top.
12. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are cooked through.