Description
Spaghetti and Meatballs is a classic Italian dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table. Juicy, flavorful meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti, create a delightful meal for any occasion. Easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy the heartwarming aroma as you whip up this beloved dish that’s sure to please family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced (2 for meatballs, 2 for sauce)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, 2 minced garlic cloves, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs until golden brown on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté remaining minced garlic until fragrant. Add crushed canned tomatoes; season with salt and pepper; simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Add seared meatballs back into the sauce to soak up flavors for a few minutes.
- Serve spaghetti topped with sauce and meatballs; garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate fresh herbs like basil or oregano into the meatball mixture. To make this dish vegetarian, substitute lentils or chickpeas for ground beef.