Barilla Heart Shaped Love Pasta with Bolognese and Meatballs
Barilla Heart Shaped Love Pasta with Bolognese and Meatballs
Inspired by Nordstrom and shared with their permission – Feel the love with this Classic Bolognese sauce served over Barilla Love Pasta.
3 hours 10 minutes total
Everyone loves pasta with a Bolognese sauce and meatballs…but have they tried it with Barilla Heart Shaped Pasta? The simple addition of charming heart-shaped pasta makes all the difference in the dish. You can feel the love with every bite. It’s the perfect date night meal idea!
Date Night and Wine Pairings
Ingredients
Serves 6
| 1 box | Barilla Heart Shaped Love Pasta |
| 1/2 tbsp | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 8 | basil leaves, torn |
For Bolognese Sauce
| 1 | celery stalk |
| 1 | carrot |
| 1/2 | onion |
| 4 oz | Italian pancetta |
| 2 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil |
| 1/2 lb | ground beef |
| 1/2 lb | ground pork |
| 1/2 cup | dry white wine |
| 1/3 cup | tomato paste |
| 3 cups | water |
| 1/2 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated |
For meatballs
| 1 lb | ground chicken |
| 3 slices | white bread, no crust, diced |
| 1 | garlic clove, minced |
| 3/4 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 1 tbsp | parsley, chopped |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Chef's tip
This recipe can also be made using Barilla Penne Rigate pasta or any short pasta shape.
Step 1
In a food processor, process the vegetables and the pancetta until they are finely ground.
Step 2
Add the ingredients to a medium sized pot with the olive oil and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat.
Step 3
Add ground pork and ground beef and brown well, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Deglaze with wine; evaporate completely, then cover with water.
Step 5
Add tomato paste and bring the sauce to a simmer. Cook for approximately 2 hours, the sauce should be thick, and the meat should be very tender.
Step 6
Preheat oven to 400° F. Soak bread in a bowl of water.
Step 7
In a bowl combine chicken, cheese, parsley, garlic and soaked bread [squeeze out excess water] and mix [important to not overmix].
Step 8
Shape 1-inch size meatballs.
Step 9
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through.
Step 10
Cook Barilla Heart Shaped Love pasta according to package directions.
Step 11
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat bring the Bolognese sauce to a simmer.
Step 12
Drain pasta and add to the sauce.
Step 13
Toss well, plate, then top with 3 meatballs. Garnish with cheese and basil.
Heart Shape Love Pasta
Barilla Love Pasta is available for a limited time only at select retailers nationwide including Walmart, IGA, Metro Quebec, Save-On-Foods, Giant Tiger, and Federated Co-op.
Bring a little extra love to your table with Barilla Love Pasta! This limited edition heart shaped pasta is crafted with Barilla’s 145+ years of Italian expertise in pasta making, resulting in a high-quality, non GMO pasta with ridges designed to perfectly cling to a variety of pasta sauces.
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or simply looking to share a meaningful meal with friends, Barilla Love Pasta is a delicious way to create moments of connection and care in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day. Its al dente texture and fun, unique shape make every dish as flavourful as it is memorable.
If you can’t find it at your local store, put a request in with your local grocery store manager, as additional inventory may be brought in while supplies last.
- Shape Heart
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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