Meatball Bolognese Recipe
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Bolognese Sauce
Pasta
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape the Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter. Place them on a plate or tray.
Bolognese Sauce Preparation
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- 4
Add Garlic and Tomatoes
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then, add the crushed tomatoes, red wine, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine.
- 5
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking Meatballs
- 6
- 7
Combine with Sauce
Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to the simmering sauce. Let them cook in the sauce for another 10 minutes.
Pasta Preparation
- 8
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 9
Serve
Serve the spaghetti topped with the meatball Bolognese sauce. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired.
