Swedish pan-fried meatball and pasta

Ingredients

• 400 g of mixed ground meat
• 2 eggs
• 50 ml of fine breadcrumbs
• 50 ml of water
• 600 ml of pasta (penne rigate or fusilli)
• 8 cherry tomatoes
• 50 ml of olive oil
• 100 ml of butter
• salt and pepper

Pour the breadcrumbs and water into a large salad bowl and let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes.

Add the 2 whole eggs, salt, and pepper. Mix in the ground meat and work until a creamy paste forms; if needed, add a little milk.

Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Shape the steaks and place them in a pan with plenty of butter. Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning frequently, until the meat is cooked through and not browned.

About 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time, add the pasta to the boiling, salted water, along with a drizzle of olive oil.

Drain the pasta, and serve with the steaks and cherry tomatoes.