Traditional Spaghetti W/ Meatballs Or Bolognese Recipe
Choice of meatballs or bolognese over spaghetti tossed with our homemade marinara
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Ingredients
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For the Spaghetti
For the Marinara Sauce
For the Meatballs (optional)
Method
Cooking the Spaghetti
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
Sauté Garlic
Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 6
Add Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 7
Simmer Sauce
Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Finish with Fresh Basil
Stir in the chopped fresh basil just before serving.
Making the Meatballs (if using)
- 9
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley.
- 10
Shape Meatballs
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 11
- 12
Combine with Marinara
Once cooked, add the meatballs to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
