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
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How to Make Baked Meatballs And Pasta
- 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.
- 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.
- Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- 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.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 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.
- Add 1 cup chopped bell pepper and 1 cup sliced mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes more.
- 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.
- Add the cooked macaroni, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Transfer the meatballs to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the sauce over the meatballs.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the meatballs are cooked through.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
26 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
65g
Carbs
10g
