Spaghetti Or Penne With Marinara & Meatballs Recipe
Make Spaghetti Or Penne With Marinara & Meatballs Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Meatballs
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or penne and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meatballs Preparation
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 7
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 9
Serve
Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.