Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPiazza Mia Italian Bar & GrillLunch Spag Marinara W Meatballs Recipe

Lunch Spag Marinara W Meatballs Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Spaghetti, Marinara Sauce and Meatballs.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Meatballs

Marinara Sauce

Method

Pasta Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Spaghetti

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

Meatball Preparation

  1. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

  2. 3

    Form Meatballs

    Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

  3. 4

    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 from skillet and set aside.

Marinara Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Add Tomatoes

    Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes. Stir in dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.

  3. 7

    Combine Meatballs

    Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 15 minutes until cooked through.

Combine Dish

  1. 8

    Serve

    Toss the cooked spaghetti with the marinara sauce and meatballs. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

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