Three Mini Meatballs & Spaghetti Recipe
topped with parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Spaghetti
Method
Prepare Meatballs
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball. You should get approximately 3 meatballs.
- 3
Cook Spaghetti
- 4
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 5
Sauté Garlic
In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 6
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 7
Combine Spaghetti and Sauce
Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the tomato sauce. Toss to coat the spaghetti evenly.
Serve
- 8
Plate the Dish
On a plate, serve a portion of spaghetti topped with 3 meatballs.
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese on top and add fresh basil if desired.
