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Spaghetti and Meatballs

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Classic Italian-American comfort food featuring tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over spaghetti.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • Salt for pasta water
  • Grated Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
  7. Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted water. Drain and set aside.
  8. Serve meatballs and sauce over spaghetti. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • You can make the meatballs ahead and freeze them for later use.
  • Use whole wheat spaghetti for a healthier option.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste for the sauce.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg