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Meatball Pasta Gratin with Ajvar

Meatball Pasta Gratin with Ajvar
Dig into this comforting pasta gratin where tender meatballs nestle into a vibrant tomato-ajvar sauce, all crowned with a golden, bubbly cheese crust. Perfect for cozy nights or sharing with loved ones, it’s a satisfying blend of savory, creamy, and just a touch smoky. Simple yet soul-warming—your new go-to bake!
Ingredients
  • 475ml/1 cup sour cream
  • 475ml/1 cup heavy cream (15% fat)
  • 340g/12 oz uncooked pasta
  • 140g/5 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 250g/1 cup grated cheese (31% fat)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 140g/5 oz canned corn
  • 395g/14 oz meatballs
  • 30ml/2 tbsp strong ajvar relish
Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 435°F or 225°C.

2. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions but take it out 2 minutes early, then drain and set it aside for now.

3. Cut the meatballs into slices and drain any excess moisture from the corn.

4. In a greased baking dish, combine the cooked pasta, sliced meatballs, and corn. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and scatter them over the top.

5. In a separate saucepan, mix together the sour cream, heavy cream, and ajvar relish (a smoky roasted red pepper sauce). Bring the mixture to a boil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour the sauce over the pasta mixture and use a fork to gently stir and distribute the sauce evenly. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top.

6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the gratin develops a golden-brown color.

7. Serve hot, accompanied by a side salad.

Tools
  • baking dish
  • saucepan
  • fork
  • oven

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