Penne Or Linguini W/ Marinara, Butter Or Meatball Recipe
All items served w/ choice of apple sauce, fries, broccoli or side salad, accompanied w/ a soft drink and ice cream
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Butter Sauce
Meatballs (optional)
Sides
Beverage & Dessert
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne or linguini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 2
Butter Sauce Preparation
- 3
Make the Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Stir in chopped parsley and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
Meatball Preparation (optional)
- 4
Prepare the Meatballs
In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly and shape into 1-inch meatballs. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Combine and Serve
Toss the cooked pasta with the marinara sauce or butter sauce as desired. If using meatballs, add them on top. Serve with a choice of apple sauce, fries, steamed broccoli, or side salad. Enjoy with a soft drink and a scoop of ice cream.
