15 Minute Sausage Meatballs
A quick and delicious meal featuring flavorful sausage meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 700 g good sausages about 1.4 lb
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup chicken stock/broth (low sodium) can substitute with water
- 700 g tomato passata about 24 oz, similar to US tomato sauce
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian herb mix or use 50/50 oregano/thyme
- 1/2 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt 50% more for flakes, halve for table salt
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional for warmth, can substitute with a pinch of pepper
- 1 sprig basil stalk for sauce, leaves for garnish optional
- Parmesan, finely grated
- 350 g pasta of choice about 12 oz, or substitute with polenta or mash
Instructions
Cooking the Meatballs
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Remove the sausage meat from the casings and form into small meatballs.
- Add the meatballs to the pan and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken stock and tomato passata.
- Stir in the dried herbs and salt.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
Serving Preparation
- Boil your pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and toss it with the sauce and meatballs.
- Plate your pasta, add the meatballs and sauce on top, and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan.
- You can also add some fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
This dish is best served hot. Enjoy with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. For leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.