Mix everything, form into 1-2 tablespoon balls and either pan fry in oil over medium-heat until browned on all sides, about 2-4 minutes per side OR roast in a preheated 350F/180C oven until lightly golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 2
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onions,celery and carrots, and cook until tender, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 3
Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, ground fennel, and tomato paste, mix and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
Step 4
Add the broth, meatballs, pasta, and Italian seasoning, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked, about 10 minutes.
Step 5
Add the cream and cheese, mix and let the cheese melt into the broth.
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste, mix in the basil, and enjoy!
Step 7
Mix everything, form into 1-2 tablespoon balls and either pan fry in oil over medium-heat until browned on all sides, about 2-4 minutes per side OR roast in a preheated 350F/180C oven until lightly golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
Step 8
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onions,celery and carrots, and cook until tender, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 9
Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, ground fennel, and tomato paste, mix and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
Step 10
Add the broth, meatballs, pasta, and Italian seasoning, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the pasta is cooked, about 10 minutes.
Step 11
Add the cream and cheese, mix and let the cheese melt into the broth.
Step 12
Season with salt and pepper to taste, mix in the basil, and enjoy!
