Meatball Penne Recipe
Meatballs and penne sautéed in vodka sauce. Served with garlic bread.
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Ingredients
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Meatball Penne Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 2
Cook the meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Cook the penne
While the meatballs are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 4
Combine with vodka sauce
In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add vodka sauce and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked penne and meatballs, stirring to combine and heat through.
- 5
Prepare garlic bread
In a small bowl, mix softened butter and minced garlic. Spread the mixture on bread slices. Toast in an oven or skillet until golden brown.
- 6
Serve
Plate the meatball penne, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve with garlic bread on the side.
