Rigatoni And Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meatballs
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Rigatoni
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meatball Preparation
- 2
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 3
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 4
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
- 6
Prepare the Sauce
Add crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- 7
Add Meatballs to Sauce
Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, until cooked through.
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Stir in chopped fresh basil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Combine and Serve
- 9
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked rigatoni with the sauce and meatballs. Toss gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.
- 10
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
