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Farfalle with Spicy Meatballs and Cherry Tomatoes

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for farfalle with spicy meatballs and cherry tomatoes, a dish that combines pasta in a playful and colorful version with the taste of spicy meatballs for an all-Italian touch.

Ingredients

  • 350 g of farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
  • 300 g of ground meat (beef or a mix of beef and pork for more tenderness)
  • 200 g of cherry tomatoes
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1 egg
  • grated Parmesan cheese
  • Bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon of milk
  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Dried oregano
  • Chili powder (optional)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Start by preparing the meatballs. In a bowl, combine the ground meat, an egg, a handful of grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and a handful of breadcrumbs. If you like, you can add a pinch of chili powder for a spicy touch.
  2. Mix the ingredients well and add a tablespoon of milk to make the mixture softer. Form small meatballs, the size of a hazelnut, and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat some extra virgin olive oil and a clove of garlic. Once the oil is hot, cook the meatballs until golden brown, carefully turning them to cook evenly.
  4. While the meatballs are cooking, cut the cherry tomatoes in half and set them aside.
  5. When the meatballs are cooked, remove the garlic clove and add the cherry tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften slightly. Add a sprinkle of oregano and adjust the salt and pepper.
  6. In the meantime, cook the farfalle in plenty of salted water following the package directions for al dente.
  7. Once ready, drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the meatballs and cherry tomatoes. Mix well to flavor the pasta.
  8. Serve hot, sprinkling with more grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of raw oil if desired.

Curiosity

Farfalle with meatballs represent a fun and tasty variation on the classic pasta with meatballs dish. The spicing of the meatballs, adding chili pepper, and the use of herbs such as oregano and parsley, give a twist to the classicism of this dish that Italians never tire of.

Farfalle with spicy meatballs and cherry tomatoes