Spaghetti & Meatballs Recipe
Made with marinara sauce and served with garlic bread
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Spaghetti
Garlic Bread
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meat Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for about 20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Combine with Meatballs
Add the baked meatballs to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Spaghetti
- 7
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 8
Drain and Serve
Drain the spaghetti and return it to the pot. Add a few spoonfuls of the marinara sauce to the spaghetti and toss to combine.
Garlic Bread
- 9
Prepare the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until well combined.
- 10
- 11
Toast the Garlic Bread
Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.