Black bean and sundried tomato pasta

This recipe was created by Humane World for Animals’ expert chefs and approved by our team of registered dietitians.

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Servings: 12

Serving size: 14.82oz

On a flat top grill, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook for 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a food processor, pulse onion/garlic mixture, beans, bread crumbs, sun dried tomatoes and spices until broken down and combined but not over-processed into a paste.
Portion 1 1/2 ounce of the mixture and roll into balls on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Freeze for 10 minutes or refrigerate for 30 minutes.
*This can be done in advance – store meatballs in hotel pan wrapped in plastic wrap. Freeze until needed.

On a flat top grill, or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear off meatballs on all sides until golden brown and meatball is cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
Meatballs can also be baked in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes or until cooked through flipping halfway. Hold hot for service.

In a large pot on low heat, heat sauce for 10-15 minutes or until it reaches a simmer. Fold in basil. Hold hot for service.

Each serving provides 2 meat/meat alternate, 2 ounce grain equivalent and ½ cup of other vegetables.

*The nutrition information is an estimate based on general ingredients. These amounts will vary based on the products you are using.