Spaghetti & Meatballs Recipe
Angel hair pasta topped with our homemade meatballs and homemade sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and half of the olive oil. Mix until just combined. Form into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- 2
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining olive oil. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- 4
Combine and Serve
Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and serve topped with meatballs and sauce.