Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe
Spaghetti served with homemade meatballs.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meatballs
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Spaghetti
Once the water is boiling, add 400 grams of spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Meatball Preparation
- 3
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine 500 grams of ground beef, 100 grams of breadcrumbs, 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 4
Form Meatballs
Mix the ingredients thoroughly and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 5
Cook Meatballs
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 6
Sauté Garlic
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Add 800 grams of canned crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 8
Simmer Sauce
Let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes. Then, add the cooked meatballs and simmer for another 10 minutes.
Combining and Serving
- 9
Combine Spaghetti and Sauce
In a large serving bowl, combine the drained spaghetti with the sauce and meatballs. Toss gently to coat.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh basil before serving. Enjoy your spaghetti and meatballs!
