Meatball Pasta

Meatball Pasta is a 40-minute healthy comfort dinner. Pick estimates $3.62 a serving, below the catalog average of $5.05, with 38g of protein and 650 kcal. You need stove and 7 ingredients.

• 40 minCook time
• $3.62Est. cost
• 650Calories
• 38gProtein
• 60gCarbs
• 26gFat

Estimated cost per serving at a mid-range supermarket. Real prices vary by store and week.

Ingredients

• 🥩Ground BeefMeat & Seafood5 oz
• 🍝Penne PastaPantry2½ oz
• 🥫Marinara SaucePantry5 oz
• 🍞Panko BreadcrumbsPantry½ oz
• 🧀Parmesan CheeseDairy & Eggs½ oz
• 🧄GarlicProduce2 clove
• 🌿BasilProduce2 tbsp

Method

1. Mix the ground beef with the panko, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt, then roll into small meatballs.
2. Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat for 6 minutes.
3. Pour in the marinara, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook the penne in salted boiling water until al dente.
5. Toss the pasta through the sauce and meatballs.
6. Serve topped with grated parmesan and torn basil.

You'll need

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