Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs
A comforting and nostalgic dish of homemade spaghetti and meatballs, perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- Spaghetti
- Ground beef
- Bread crumbs
- Parmesan cheese
- 1 Egg
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Onion, chopped
- Canned tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Boil the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, chopped parsley, minced garlic, chopped onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball.
- Brown the meatballs in a pan with olive oil over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides.
- Simmer the meatballs in canned tomatoes for about 20 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve the meatballs over the cooked spaghetti, garnished with extra parmesan and parsley.
Notes
To enhance your dish, pair with a garden salad or garlic bread. Storage tips include keeping leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freezing for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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