Jul 14 2026

Kids Spaghetti Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Spaghetti and meatball with tomato sauce

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

    In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined, then form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).

  3. 3

    Brown the 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 from skillet and set aside.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Combine Everything

    Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce. Let simmer for another 10-15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and basil.

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