Tuesday 16 October 2012

Penne with Roasted Tomatoes and Basil Mozzarella Meatballs


This is a quick pasta to whip up and great for leftovers!

BASIL MOZZARELLA MEATBALLS
500 grams ground chicken or turkey
a handful fresh, finely chopped basil 
1 egg
1.4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated firm mozzarella
salt and pepper
a bit of worcestershire sauce
Mix and form into balls. Bake for 25 mins, flip, another 10 minutes. 

ROASTED TOMATOES:
Halve tomatoes,drizzle with olive oil and minced garlic, salt and pepper,  bake in oven for 25 mins until browned. 

1. Make meatballs, bake in oven for 25 mins at 375 F. 
2. after 25 mins, flip, put in the tomatoes. 
3. don't forget to boil and drain penne pasta.
4. once everything is done, slice or mush up tomatoes, adding to pasta. top with meatballs, and some extra parmesan cheese. 


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