Mini Meatball Pasta | Easy Mini Meatball Pasta Recipe
Mini Meatball Pasta combines tender little meatballs, marinara sauce, and perfect pasta for a comforting dinner that is simple and hearty.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 387kcal
Ingredients
For The Meatballs
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1 Egg
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp Ground Beef
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
For The Pasta
- 12 ounces Small Shells
- 24 ounces Marinara Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- Parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot and cook the mini meatballs until browned on the outside.
- Pour the marinara sauce into the skillet with the meatballs. Let everything simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce is hot and flavorful.
- While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to package directions (usually 7-9 minutes) until al dente. Drain well. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and meatballs. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan or mozzarella cheese and chopped parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g