Jul 17 2026
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Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by Osteria 166
Time1h
Serves4

Sunday Sauce, herbed Ricotta

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Ingredients

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Spaghetti and Meatballs Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Form mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.

  2. 2

    Brown the Meatballs

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.

  3. 3

    Make the Sauce

    In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil. Stir and bring to a simmer. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cook the Spaghetti

    While the sauce is simmering, cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Herbed Ricotta

    In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese with salt, black pepper, and additional chopped parsley if desired.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Plate the spaghetti, top with meatballs and sauce, and dollop herbed ricotta on top. Garnish with fresh basil.

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