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Meatball and Pasta Skewers with Basil and Glaze
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
15
minutes
minutes
Total Time
25
minutes
minutes
Servings
20
pieces
Calories
250
A delightful appetizer combining savory meatballs, pasta, and fresh basil, all drizzled with a sweet and tangy glaze.
Ingredients
Meatballs
20
pieces
frozen meatballs
(Cook according to package directions)
0.5
cup
ketchup
0.5
cup
grape jelly
20
pieces
cooked bowtie pasta pieces (al dente)
2
teaspoons
extra-virgin olive oil
20
leaves
fresh basil leaves
20
toothpicks or wooden skewers
toothpicks or wooden skewers
Instructions
Cook meatballs as per package instructions; drain and set aside.
Heat ketchup and grape jelly in a saucepan until smooth.
Toss meatballs in the glaze to coat evenly.
Drizzle olive oil over pasta and toss gently.
Assemble bites by threading a meatball, pasta piece, and basil leaf onto each skewer.
Arrange on a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated cheese or a dash of hot sauce.
Calories:
250
kcal
Cost:
$15
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Meatballs