What the what? Bacon in meatballs…the most amazing thing on Earth I tell ya.
Could it get even better? Yes it could. Toss those Bacon Meatballs in a Light Creamy Sauce. Thats how.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment or tin foil. Pre heat oven to 350 degrees F with the rack in the middle. Trim fat off 8 ounces of the bacon and chop into small pieces.Combine all meatball ingredients (including 8 ounces chopped bacon) and form into 1 inch meatballs. Arrange in a single layer and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Bake the remainder of the bacon and crumble for topping.
For the sauce: Melt butter in a large skillet Brown the shallot. Add the cream and whisk until combined. Season to taste with garlic salt & pepper. Add meatballs to sauce and combine. Gently fold in pasta and some thyme. Serve hot. Top with crumbled bacon and fresh thyme.
Serving Size 4 Servings