BAKED MEATBALLS AND PASTA

Preparation Method :

• Add macaroni to a large pan of rapidly boiling water and cook until just tender. Drain, set aside.
• In a bowl, combine mince, onion, breadcrumbs, parmesan, basil and egg. Form heaped teaspoonsful into small balls.
• Heat oil in a frying pan. Add meatballs and cook until well browned. Drain on paper towels. Transfer to an ovenproof dish. Preheat oven to moderate 180°C.
• To make Sauce : Add onion and garlic to same pan; stir over low heat until onion is tender. Add capsicum and mushrooms; cook 2 minutes.
• Stir in tomato paste. Add combined water and wine to pan. Bring to boil, stirring. Mix in macaroni, salt and pepper. Pour over top of meatballs.
• Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with combined mozzarella cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake for another 10- 12 minutes or until golden.