Spaghetti With Meatballs Recipe
Enjoy tender spaghetti topped with savory meatballs in a rich marinara sauce, garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Meatballs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped onion. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 2
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
- 3
- 4
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Cook Spaghetti
While the meatballs are simmering, cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 6
Serve
Serve the spaghetti topped with meatballs and sauce, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.