Spaghetti & Our Famous Meatball Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Spaghetti and Meatballs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, oregano, and basil. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Set aside.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked meatballs back into the skillet and let them simmer in the sauce for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Cook the Spaghetti
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 6
Combine and Serve
Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti. Garnish with additional parsley and parmesan if desired.
