Spaghetti & Meatball Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Meatballs

   In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated, then form the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.

2. 2

   Cook the Meatballs

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   Make the Sauce

   In the same skillet, add canned crushed tomatoes, sugar, and additional salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.

4. 4

   Cook the Spaghetti

   While the meatballs are simmering, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

5. 5

   Combine and Serve

   Once the meatballs are cooked through, serve them over the spaghetti. Garnish with additional fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.