Penne and Meatball Casserole

The ultimate comfort food, this Penne and Meatball Casserole combines perfectly seasoned meatballs, al dente penne pasta, and a flavorful tomato sauce. This hearty and family-friendly recipe is an easy-to-make, oven-baked masterpiece that’s perfect for Sunday dinners or any occasion.

• 1 lb. Ground Beef
• 11 oz. Ground Pork
• 1 Egg
• 3 Garlic Cloves minced
• 2 Tbsp. Fresh Parsley chopped
• 1/2 cup Pecorino Cheese grated
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
• 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs

• Olive Oil
• 1 piece Beef Chuck Roast
• 1 piece Pork Shoulder
• All Purpose Flour for coating
• 1/2 Onion finely chopped
• 3 Garlic Cloves minced
• 2 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
• 1/2 cup Dry White Wine
• 64 oz. Tomato Passata
• Salt and Black Pepper to taste
• 2 Dried Chili Peppers optional

• 1 lb. Penne
• 1 cup Pecorino Cheese grated
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
• 8 oz. Fresh Mozzarella Cheese sliced