Penne alla Pomodoro con Polpettone

Method

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, then add breadcrumbs and stir to combine.
5. Stir in tomato sauce and season with salt and pepper.
6. Place cooked pasta in a large bowl, add meatballs, and toss with sauce.
7. Top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.