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Pappardelle & Stuffed Meatballs

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Ingredients
  

12 ounces pappardelle pasta

1 pound ground beef

1/2 pound ground pork

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

1 egg

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, minced garlic, egg, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

    Stuff the Meatballs: Take a scoop of the meat mixture and form a meatball. Make a small indentation in the center and fill it with a little bit of the remaining Parmesan cheese (about a teaspoon). Seal the meatball around the cheese and set aside. Repeat until all the mixture is used.

      Brown the Meatballs: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Gently add the meatballs in batches, cooking for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

        Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pappardelle and cook according to package instructions (typically 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.

          Simmer with Marinara: In the same skillet used for the meatballs, pour in the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Carefully add the browned meatballs to the sauce and cover. Let them cook in the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.

            Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pappardelle to the skillet with the sauce and meatballs. Toss gently to coat the pasta in the sauce.

              Plate the Dish: Serve on a large platter or individual bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves and additional grated Parmesan cheese.

                Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 4