Spaghetti & Polpette Recipe
Meatballs served over spaghetti with fresh pomodoro or meat sauce Sprinkled with grated Pecorino Romano cheese
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Ingredients
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Meatballs and Spaghetti
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Cook the Spaghetti
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 6
Combine and Serve
Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Sprinkle with grated Pecorino Romano cheese before serving.
