Crusty Meatball Pasta-Low Fat, Hi Energy Recipe

Name: Crusty Meatball Pasta-Low Fat, Hi Energy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 g passata; 2 teaspoons dark muscovado sugar; 2 garlic cloves, minced; grated rind of one lemon; 1 red chili, deseeded and chopped; 1 small bunch parsley, chopped; 75 g white bread, crusts removed; 250 g ground lean pork; 1 egg; 300 g wholegrain pasta; 1 pinch chili flakes (optional); 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

700 g passata
2 teaspoons dark muscovado sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
grated rind of one lemon
1 red chili, deseeded and chopped
1 small bunch parsley, chopped
75 g white bread, crusts removed
250 g ground lean pork
1 egg
300 g wholegrain pasta
1 pinch chili flakes (optional)
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper

1
Put the passata, sugar, oregano, garlic powder and chilli flakes in a large pan and heat gently.
2
Put the fresh garlic, chilli, parsley and lemon rind into a processor and whizz together until finely chopped.
3
Add the bread and whizz to make crumbs, then add the pork mince, egg and seasonings, and pulse briefly until well blended-don't over do it though!
4
Shape the mixture into about 20 small meatballs and drop them into the sauce and simmer about 20 minutes.
5
Preheat the oven to 220 degrees.
6
Cook the pasta according to packet instructions, then drain and toss with the sauce.
7
Transfer to an ovenproof dish and scatter with the parmesan and some freshly ground black pepper.
8
Bake for 20 minutes.

596

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 700 g passata, 2 teaspoons dark muscovado sugar, 2 garlic cloves, minced, grated rind of one lemon, and more.

Yes, Crusty Meatball Pasta-Low Fat, Hi Energy falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Crusty Meatball Pasta-Low Fat, Hi Energy

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