Spaghetti & Meatballs Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Spaghetti
Sauce
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, beaten egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a tray or plate.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Sauce
- 4
Sauté the Onion and Garlic
In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté diced onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
- 6
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Spaghetti
- 7
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil.
- 8
Cook the Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 9-11 minutes.
- 9
Assembly
- 10
Serve the Dish
Place a serving of spaghetti on a plate, top with the meatballs and sauce. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.