Caprese Shells with Mini Meatballs

The classic Caprese salad flavors are mixed with savory beef meatballs in Caprese Shells with Mini Meatballs to make a tasty and filling dish. Great for a family dinner or having people over.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 20 large pasta shells
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

Warm the oven up to 190C 375F

Ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper should all be mixed together in a bowl

Mix everything together well

Take the mixture and roll it into small meatballs

Then, put them on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper

Meatballs should be cooked all the way through after being put in an oven that has been heated up

In the meantime, cook the pasta shells according to the directions on the package

Remove the water and set it aside

Put cooked pasta shells, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil in a large bowl

Add the balsamic glaze and olive oil to the pasta mixture, and then gently toss everything together

Put little meatballs on top of the pasta and serve

If you want, you can add more fresh basil leaves as a garnish

Have fun