We’re excited to share this delicious rigatoni pasta with lamb meatballs! You might not consider lamb to be a weeknight staple, but it is. Here’s why choosing American lamb is a win-win and why we’ve incorporated more lamb into our diet! First of all, American Lamb is uniquely flavorful, nutritious and often an adventurous meal. Each serving of American lamb contain an array of essential nutrients including protein, zinc, selenium, riboflavin, niacin and vitamin B12. Lean American lamb is rich in vitamin B12, a nutrient critical for cellular function, maintaining energy levels, fighting fatigue and supporting brain health. Discover the deliciousness of rigatoni lamb meatball pasta. Tender lamb meatballs in a rich tomato sauce, served over hearty rigatoni. Perfect for a comforting, flavorful meal that’s easy to make!
Here is what you need to make rigatoni pasta with lamb meatballs + substitutions:
- Organic ground American lamb– Ground lamb is an easy way to get started with American lamb – it adds a more nuanced flavor to staples like tacos, burgers and meatballs. American lamb naturally brings an incredible and unique flavor that easily takes average dishes to the next level, because of the way the sheep are raised.
- Sea salt and black pepper- We prefer sea salt over table salt, because it adds the perfect flavor for all your seasoning needs! Crushed black pepper adds the perfect seasoning mix.
- Garlic powder- Ideal for seasoning meats, soups, stews, and sauces, garlic powder disperses evenly, ensuring consistent flavor throughout your recipes. Fresh garlic would work as well just be sure to cool before adding to ground lamb.
- Dried Thyme- Thyme is a versatile herb known for its subtle, earthy flavor and aromatic qualities. With its small, tender leaves and delicate stems, thyme adds a warm, slightly minty and lemony note to a variety of dishes
- Parmesan- Parmesan’s robust flavor and crystalline texture make it a popular choice for grating over pasta, salads, soups, and risottos. Its savory umami notes enhance dishes and add a sophisticated touch.
Rigatoni Pasta with Lamb Meatballs
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 egg, whisked
- ⅓ cup sourdough bread, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup parmesan, grated
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme
For Serving:
- rigatoni or pasta of choice
- homemade marinara or jarred of choice
- fresh parsley chopped
- fresh parmesan shredded
Instructions
For the Meatballs:
- Preheat oven to 375F degrees.
- Starting with the meatballs, in a medium mixing bowl, add together all the ingredients for the meatballs. Mix until well combined.
- Then roll into balls. About 12-15.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes depending on your oven & the size of the meatballs.
To Assemble:
- Pour the rigatoni on the bottom of your bowl. Add the meatballs. Then pour sauce over the top. Sprinkled with parmesan and fresh parsley. Enjoy!