Spaghetti + Meatballs Recipe
slow cooked beef, red wine tomato ragu with carrots, celery and onions, fresh herbs, shaved parmesan, basil
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Ragu Sauce
Pasta
Garnish
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined. Form into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter.
Ragu Sauce Preparation
- 2
Make the Ragu Sauce
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
Cooking the Meatballs
- 3
Slow Cook the Meatballs
Add the prepared meatballs to the ragu sauce, cover, and let it cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Cooking the Pasta
- 4
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Serving
- 5
Serve
Plate the spaghetti, top with the meatballs and ragu sauce. Garnish with shaved parmesan and fresh basil leaves.
