Meatball Pesto Pasta that is creamy, herby, and packed with juicy bites in every forkful!
Meatball Pesto Pasta
Description
Meatball Pesto Pasta is a rich and comforting dish combining juicy meatballs, silky pesto sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta for an easy flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Step 1
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente then reserve pasta water and drain.
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Step 2
Mix ground meat garlic egg breadcrumbs parmesan salt and pepper then shape into small meatballs.
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Step 3
Heat olive oil and cook meatballs until golden and fully cooked then remove.
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Step 4
In the same pan combine cream and pesto then stir until smooth.
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Step 5
Add reserved pasta water and return meatballs to the sauce.
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Step 6
Add pasta toss until coated and serve with parmesan and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 520kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26g40%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 3g
- Protein 28g57%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.