Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs The Tasty Bite from www.thetastybiteblog.com
Introduction
Spaghetti with meatballs is a classic Italian-American dish that is loved by many. It is a comforting and delicious meal that is perfect for any occasion. In this recipe, we will be making homemade meatballs and a rich tomato sauce to serve with spaghetti. This recipe is easy to make and will only take about an hour to prepare.
Ingredients
For the meatballs, you will need:
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
For the sauce, you will need:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the spaghetti, you will need:
1 pound spaghetti
Salt for water
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Mix well with your hands. Form the mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls.
Step 2: Cook the Meatballs
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Cook the Spaghetti
While the sauce is cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Drain the spaghetti and transfer it to a large bowl.
Step 5: Combine Everything
Add the meatballs to the tomato sauce and stir well. Pour the sauce over the spaghetti and toss to coat. Serve hot.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
Calories: 520
Protein: 26g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 760mg
Conclusion
Spaghetti with meatballs is a classic and comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to make and the homemade meatballs and tomato sauce are sure to impress. Serve it with a side salad and some garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
