Penne Pasta with Meatballs
Treat your taste buds to the ultimate comfort food with this Penne Pasta with Meatballs recipe, a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender homemade meatballs and a rich tomato sauce. Crafted from a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, the meatballs are seasoned with garlic, fresh parsley, Parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs for a savory burst of flavor in every bite. Simmered in a tangy tomato sauce infused with dried oregano, basil, and a touch of sugar, these meatballs pair perfectly with al dente penne pasta for a dish that's both satisfying and simple to prepare. Ready in just an hour, this Italian-inspired classic is perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan for an elegant finish that will leave everyone at the table craving seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Italian sausage
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 400 grams Penne pasta
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Once the meatballs are cooked through, combine the cooked penne pasta with the sauce and meatballs. Stir gently to coat the pasta.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Serve hot, with additional Parmesan cheese on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.8 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1607 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1056 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
