Spaghetti W/ Meatballs Recipe
Imported Italian spaghetti, served with our homemade marinara sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Method
Pasta
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meatballs
- 2
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- 3
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 4
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Marinara Sauce
Assembly
- 8
Serve the Dish
On a plate, serve a portion of spaghetti topped with the meatballs and marinara sauce. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.