Barilla® Penne Meatball Party Skewers

Instructions

1. 1
   Pre-heat oven to 425°F.
2. 2

   Boil a large pot of water, then cook the pasta 1 minute less than required cooking time.

3. 3

   Toss with 1 Tbsp olive oil then place on a sheet tray and set aside.

4. 4

   Soak the bread in water - drain and squeeze out the excess.

5. 5

   In a medium bowl, combine garlic, beef, pork, bread, ½ cup Parmigiano cheese, 1 tablespoon parsley and season with salt/pepper.

6. 6

   Roll the meatballs into 1.5 inch rounds.

7. 7

   Place meatballs on sheet tray and BAKE until golden brown (about 10-15 minutes).

8. 8

   Thread 2-3 penne, 1 basil leaf and 1 meatball on each skewer.

9. 9

   Serve with warm Marinara sauce sprinkled with remaining Parmigiano cheese.