Penne Pasta with Meatballs
A comforting dish featuring tender meatballs, al dente penne pasta, and a creamy flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 kg ground beef mix
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon Knorrox All-in-one seasoning
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
For the Pasta
- 2 cups penne pasta
For the Sauce
- 1/4 cup mushrooms
- 1/2 unit onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon crushed garlic
- 1/4 cup green pepper
- 1 unit grated tomato or cocktail tomatoes
- 250 ml fresh cream
- 1 tablespoon Knorrox All-in-one seasoning to taste
Additional Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation of Meatballs
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef mix, breadcrumbs, grated cheddar cheese, Knorrox All-in-one seasoning, and olive oil.
- Mix all the ingredients until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until they are fully cooked.
Cooking the Pasta
- In a large pot, cook the 2 cups of penne pasta according to the package directions.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
Making the Sauce
- In a pan, heat some olive oil and sauté the onions, green pepper, and crushed garlic. Cook until they are softened.
- Add the grated tomato and mushrooms. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the fresh cream and let it simmer for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Gently stir in the cooked penne pasta and the baked meatballs.
- Mix everything together with a spatula.
- Add Knorrox All-in-one seasoning according to your personal preference.
- Optionally, you can add some cheese to enhance the flavor.
- Garnish the dish with fresh parsley.
Notes
This dish is perfect for family dinners or a special treat. Enjoy the warm and hearty flavors!