Description
These Bowtie Pasta and Cocktail Meatball Skewers combine savory, saucy meatballs with al dente bowtie pasta and fresh basil for a delightful, bite-sized appetizer. Perfect for parties and gatherings, each skewer offers a balanced medley of flavors with a sweet and tangy glaze made from ketchup and grape jelly.
Ingredients
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Meatballs and Sauce
- 20 frozen meatballs
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup grape jelly
Pasta and Garnish
- 20 al dente cooked bowtie pasta
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 20 leaves of fresh basil
- 20 toothpicks or wooden food skewers
Instructions
- Heat Meatballs: Heat the 20 frozen meatballs according to the package directions until fully cooked and heated through.
- Prepare Sauce: While the meatballs are heating, combine 1/2 cup ketchup and 1/2 cup grape jelly in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir well and bring it to a boil for 1 minute.
- Simmer Meatballs in Sauce: Reduce the heat to a simmer, add the heated meatballs to the sauce, and allow them to simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the meatballs are well coated with the sauce.
- Cook and Toss Pasta: Cook 20 pieces of bowtie pasta to al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta, rinse it with cold water, and let it dry. Toss the pasta with 2 teaspoons of extra-virgin olive oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Assemble Skewers: To serve, thread one piece of bowtie pasta, one fresh basil leaf, and one sauced meatball onto each toothpick or wooden skewer for a bite-sized appetizer.
Notes
- Add deliciousness and charm to your soiree with these Bowtie Pasta and Cocktail Meatball Skewers. Savory, saucy meatballs, al dente pasta, and sweet, fresh basil make these appetizers an instant hit.
- Use wooden skewers or toothpicks to make serving and eating easy and mess-free.
- You can prepare the sauce and meatballs ahead of time and assemble just before serving for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
