Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Meatball Pasta (One Pot!), a delightful dish that combines savory meatballs and creamy tomato sauce with tender pasta—all cooked in just one pot. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and brings everyone together around the dinner table. Imagine flavorful ground beef meatballs simmering in a rich, aromatic sauce that envelops every bite of pasta, creating a meal that’s not only satisfying but also effortlessly easy to prepare. With its harmonious blend of herbs and spices, this dish will transport you straight to Italy with every forkful. Say goodbye to complex recipes and hello to a cozy family favorite that you’ll want to make again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups beef broth
- ¾ cup half and half
- 1 lb ground beef
- ¾ cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz orecchiette pasta
- 1 ¼ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed crackers, egg, half and half, garlic, and seasonings. Mix gently until combined; don’t overwork.
- Form into one-inch meatballs and place them on a greased baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a soup pot over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Pour in beef broth and half and half; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add orecchiette pasta, stirring to coat it with sauce. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Once the pasta is cooked, fold in the baked meatballs and mozzarella cheese until melted. Serve hot with grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 120mg