Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe
Classic spaghetti topped with homemade meatballs and marinara sauce.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Spaghetti
Method
Prepare Meatballs
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Cook Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
Prepare Marinara Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Finish Sauce
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped basil and remove from heat.
Cook Spaghetti
- 7
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 8
Cook Spaghetti
Add the spaghetti pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 9
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, drain the spaghetti and serve it topped with the marinara sauce and meatballs.