Child's Spaghetti W/ Meatball Recipe
Make Child's Spaghetti W/ Meatball 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
Meatballs
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and then add the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meatball Preparation
- 2
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined.
- 3
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 4
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 5
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In the same skillet used for meatballs, add a little more olive oil if necessary. Add chopped onion and minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in crushed tomatoes, sugar, salt, black pepper, and basil. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Return the meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Final Assembly
- 8
Serve
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the meatball sauce. Serve hot with additional parmesan cheese on top, if desired.
