Spaghetti With Meatballs Recipe
Spaghetti topped with Marinara Sauce topped with three Meatballs. Includes 2 of our Signature Garlic Breadsticks.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Marinara Sauce
Meatballs
Garlic Breadsticks
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and set aside, keeping it warm.
Marinara Sauce Preparation
- 3
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meatball Preparation
- 5
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 7
Garlic Breadsticks Preparation
- 8
Prepare Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic powder, and chopped parsley.
- 9
- 10
Warm the Breadsticks
Place the breadsticks in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Assembly
- 11
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, place a portion of spaghetti, top with marinara sauce, and add three meatballs on top.
- 12
Serve with Breadsticks
Serve the spaghetti with the garlic breadsticks on the side.





