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Cajun Meatballs and Pasta

18 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 25MINS

Cajun Meatballs and Pasta

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This recipe will envelope you in spices like a tight, spicy hug. It incorporates a spice blend of paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper to give a distinctive "N'awlins" bite that you're sure to love!
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This recipe will envelope you in spices like a tight, spicy hug. It incorporates a spice blend of paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper to give a distinctive "N'awlins" bite that you're sure to love!
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Garlic & Zest
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25MINS
Total Time
$3.17
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
4
us / metric
Meatballs
Onion
1
Small Onion, minced
Garlic
1 clove
Garlic, minced
Fresh Parsley
2 Tbsp
Fresh Parsley, chopped
Cajun Seasoning
1 Tbsp
Cajun Seasoning
I used Legion of Spice Bayou Black Seasoning
Canola Oil
as needed
Canola Oil
Pasta
Red Bell Pepper
1
Red Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
Yellow Bell Pepper
1
Yellow Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
Zucchini
1
Zucchini
sliced into half moon
Cajun Seasoning
1 tsp
Cajun Seasoning
I used Legion of Spice Bayou Black Seasoning
Chicken Broth
1 cup
Chicken Broth
Heavy Cream
1/3 cup
Heavy Cream
Salt
to taste
Tomato
1
Tomato, diced, ripe
Fresh Parsley
4 Tbsp
Fresh Parsley, chopped
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
631
Fat
33.3 g
Protein
30.0 g
Carbs
52.9 g
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step 1
In a large bowl, combine the Ground Pork (1 lb), Onion (1), Garlic (1 clove), Fresh Parsley (2 Tbsp), Cajun Seasoning (1 Tbsp), and Eggland's Best Classic Egg (1). Mix thoroughly with your hands.
step 1 In a large bowl, combine the Ground Pork (1 lb), Onion (1), Garlic (1 clove), Fresh Parsley (2 Tbsp), Cajun Seasoning (1 Tbsp), and Eggland's Best Classic Egg (1). Mix thoroughly with your hands.
step 2
Measure out rounded tablespoons of pork mixture and roll into balls. Set aside. Cook the Farfalle Pasta (8 oz) and strain one minute before reaching al dente.
step 2 Measure out rounded tablespoons of pork mixture and roll into balls. Set aside. Cook the Farfalle Pasta (8 oz) and strain one minute before reaching al dente.
step 3
Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat Canola Oil (as needed). Working in batches when oil is hot, add meatballs, cooking on all sides until browned and mostly cooked through. Transfer meatballs to a plate and set them aside.
step 3 Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat Canola Oil (as needed). Working in batches when oil is hot, add meatballs, cooking on all sides until browned and mostly cooked through. Transfer meatballs to a plate and set them aside.
step 4
In a large skillet, heat Canola Oil (as needed) over medium-high heat. Add the Red Bell Pepper (1), Yellow Bell Pepper (1), Zucchini (1), and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
step 4 In a large skillet, heat Canola Oil (as needed) over medium-high heat. Add the Red Bell Pepper (1), Yellow Bell Pepper (1), Zucchini (1), and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
step 5
Sprinkle with the Cajun Seasoning (1 tsp) and cook an additional minute. Add the Chicken Broth (1 cup) and bring it to a boil, cooking for an additional minute. Stir in the Heavy Cream (1/3 cup).
step 6
Add the meatballs and cooked Farfalle. Reduce heat to a simmer and place a tight fitting lid on the pan. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and check for seasonings, adding Salt (to taste) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) if desired.
step 6 Add the meatballs and cooked Farfalle. Reduce heat to a simmer and place a tight fitting lid on the pan. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and check for seasonings, adding Salt (to taste) and Ground Black Pepper (to taste) if desired.
step 7
To serve, sprinkle with Tomato (1) and Fresh Parsley (4 Tbsp).
step 7 To serve, sprinkle with Tomato (1) and Fresh Parsley (4 Tbsp).
Tags
American
Budget-Friendly
Comfort Food
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
Pork
Pasta
Vegetables
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