Spaghetti Recipe
1 or 2 Homemade Meatballs in Our Own Sauce Over Vermicelli
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Ingredients
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For the Meatballs
For the Sauce
For the Spaghetti
Method
Meatballs
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.
- 3
Cook the Meatballs
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil and brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in the crushed canned tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Add the browned meatballs back into the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pasta
- 7
Cook the Vermicelli
While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add vermicelli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 4-6 minutes.
- 8
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Serve the cooked vermicelli topped with meatballs and sauce. Garnish with additional parsley or Parmesan cheese if desired.
