Ricotta Rigatoni with Meatballs

By Megs14505

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 2 teaspoons dried basil divided
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano -divided
• 1 teaspoon salt -salt
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan
• 5 cloves garlic - thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 15-ounce container ricotta cheese
• 1 lb box rigatoni - cooked according to
• package

Preparation

Step 1

1) Preheat oven to 350.
2) Make meatballs by combining ground beef, 1/2 teaspoon basil, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon
salt, bread crumbs, & parmesan. Form into balls (size of your choice) and place in a large baking dish.
Bake for 20 - 30 minutes depending on the size of your meatballs.
3) Start water boiling for pasta. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet on low to medium heat. Add
garlic slices and saute for 2 minutes. Add cans of tomatoes, 1 1/2 teaspoons of basil, 1 1/2 teaspoons of
oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, & 1 teaspoon of onion powder. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
4) Serve pasta topped with meatballs, sauce, and 1 scoop of ricotta cheese