Meatball Marinara Pasta

Beef meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over spaghetti with parmesan.

SHOPPING LIST

• beef mince500g
• breadcrumbs50g
• egg1
• garlic clove2
• dried oregano1 tsp
• chopped tomatoes2 tins
• onion1
• spaghetti400g
• parmesan cheese40g
• olive oil2 tbsp
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper1 tsp

METHOD

1. 1Mix the beef mince, breadcrumbs, egg, one crushed garlic clove, oregano, salt and pepper in a bowl.
2. 2Roll the mixture into 16 small meatballs.
3. 3Heat the olive oil in a large pan and brown the meatballs on all sides for 5 minutes, then remove.
4. 4Fry the onion and remaining garlic in the same pan for 3 minutes.
5. 5Add the chopped tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. 6Return the meatballs to the sauce and cook for 15 minutes until cooked through with no pink.
7. 7Cook the spaghetti according to the packet instructions and drain.
8. 8Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti with parmesan.

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