Spaghetti Recipe
with Pomodorina Sauce | with Meatballs | with Bolognese Sauce
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Ingredients
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Spaghetti
Pomodorina Sauce
Meatballs
Bolognese Sauce
Method
Spaghetti
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Boil the Pasta
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally.
- 3
Drain the Pasta
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Pomodorina Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed canned tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add the chopped basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meatballs
- 7
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley.
- 8
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 9
Bolognese Sauce
- 10
Sauté Vegetables
In a saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- 11
Brown the Meat
Add the ground beef to the saucepan and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- 12
Add Tomatoes and Wine
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and red wine. Season with chopped basil, salt, and black pepper.
- 13
Simmer the Sauce
Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
