Step 1

Preheat oven to 200°C. Combine mince, onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, egg and herbs in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Use clean wet hands to roll 2 tablespoonfuls of the mixture into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 2

Place the meatballs in a 2L (8-cup) capacity ceramic baking dish and pour over the passata. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for a further 15 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large saucepan of salted boiling water following packet directions or until al dente. Drain and return to the pan.

Step 4

Divide the pasta among serving bowls and top with the meatball mixture. Sprinkle with the parsley to serve.