Jul 14 2026
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Papa Sketty Recipe

Inspired by La Cucina
Time30m
Serves4

Noodles, marinara and a meatball

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

  3. 3

    Brown the Meatballs

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Simmer with Marinara

    In the same skillet, add marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.

  5. 5

    Combine and Serve

    Add the cooked spaghetti noodles to the skillet and gently toss to combine with the sauce and meatballs. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

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