Spaghetti With Meatballs Recipe

Cook the Spaghetti

In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.

Add 12 oz of spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

Drain the spaghetti and set aside, keeping warm.

Make the Meatball Mixture

In a large bowl, combine 1 lb of ground beef, 1 cup of bread crumbs, 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Mix all ingredients together until well combined.

Form Meatballs

Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce

In the same skillet used for the meatballs, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in 28 oz of canned crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of sugar.

Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes.

Combine and Serve

Serve the cooked spaghetti topped with the meatballs and marinara sauce.

Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.