Mom's Ricotta Meatballs Spaghetti Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Spaghetti
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Spaghetti
- 4
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- 6
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer together for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 7
Serve
To serve, place a portion of spaghetti on a plate, top with meatballs and sauce, and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
