Cappellini With Meatballs Recipe
Pomodoro sauce, basil, parmesan with meatballs
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meatballs
Pomodoro Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the cappellini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meatball Preparation
- 2
Make the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- 4
Cook the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Pomodoro Sauce Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked cappellini to the pomodoro sauce and toss gently to combine.
- 8
Add Meatballs
Add the baked meatballs to the pasta and sauce mixture, stirring gently.
- 9
Serve
Plate the cappellini with meatballs, garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves to taste.