Best 13 Favorite Quick Easy Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipes

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Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian-American dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. With its savory tomato sauce, tender meatballs, and al dente spaghetti, it's no wonder why this dish is a staple in many households. If you're short on time but still want to enjoy this delicious meal, there are plenty of quick and easy recipes that can help you get dinner on the table in no time. From using pre-made meatballs to simplifying the sauce, you can have a delightful plate of spaghetti and meatballs without spending hours in the kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Easy spaghetti and meatballs. Yummy, yum, yum, yum! Serve with garlic bread.

Provided by aimeejean

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 serving cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup chopped onion
4 each buttery round crackers, crushed
1 egg
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup small broccoli florets
½ cup chopped carrots
½ cup chopped celery
½ large bell pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, diced
1 (24 ounce) jar tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
1 tablespoon oil
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine ground beef, onion, crackers, egg, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix until well combined. Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink inside, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • While meatballs are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and oil and boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Add cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
  • Serve noodles with meatballs and sauce on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56.8 g, Cholesterol 60.1 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 805.7 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

EASY SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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WHEN I was a teenager, I cooked dinner every night for our family of four...Mom, Dad, Grandmother, who lived next door, and myself. Through the years, I have modified and changed this recipe for two people to better fit our tastes. That's one of the great things about this dish. It's easy to do just that! -David Stierheim, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 egg
3 tablespoons Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 pound ground beef
1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce or 1-1/2 cups homemade spaghetti sauce
Hot cooked spaghetti
Additional Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble the meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2-in. meatballs., In a large skillet, brown meatballs over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°; drain. Add spaghetti sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until heated through. Serve with spaghetti; sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 1503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

MAMA'S BEST EVER SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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A classic Italian-American dish that can be as simple or fancy as you want it to be.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1½ lbs. lean ground beef
½ cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 eggs
1 jar (1 lb. 8 oz.) Chunky Tomato Garlic and Onion Sauce
12 ounces spaghetti, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs and ½ cup Sauce in medium bowl; shape into 18 meatballs. Bring remaining Sauce to a boil over medium-high heat in 12-inch skillet. Gently stir in uncooked meatballs. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes or until meatballs are done. Serve over hot spaghetti.

FAVORITE QUICK & EASY SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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I've been enjoying spaghetti all my life! Been to Italy, and have tried numerous versions all around the globe including this one which remains my all-time favorite (perfected over the years by yours truly!). Hope you enjoy, too. Notes: I like to keep a bag of meatballs (see my Frankies Spuntino New York - Italian Meatballs recipe #452689) on hand in the freezer, for ease of prep. You can use your favorite fresh or frozen prepared meatballs, -or- crumbled & browned ground beef is also fine. Just add a tossed green salad and garlic bread (see recipe #109257), and a nice bottle of red wine to round out the meal. Salut! Tip: I use a jar of Classico Italian Sausage & Peppers Pasta Sauce, and whole wheat spaghetti noodles (De Cecco), but your favorite pasta sauce and regular spaghetti noodles is fine.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 golden bell pepper, roughly diced (optional)
26 ounces of your favorite spaghetti sauce (I use a jar of Classico Italian Sausage & Peppers Pasta Sauce)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green pepper celery and onion
1/2 cup dry red wine (such as Reggiano Lambrusco, Chianti, Red Rose or Burgundy)
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 lb prepared italian meatballs (fresh or frozen, -or- use crumbled & browned ground beef)
whole wheat spaghetti (such as De Cecco)
grated parmesan cheese
snipped fresh Italian parsley, to garnish (or snipped basil or oregano)

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add the bell peppers, and saute them in the oil until slightly softened (5 to 10 minutes).
  • Add spaghetti sauce, diced tomatoes, red wine, the oregano, basil and garlic. Partially cover pot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.
  • Reduce heat, partially cover pot and simmer sauce for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile in a separate pot, boil water and prepare noodles al dente; drain.
  • Add fresh or frozen meatballs (or browned ground beef) to sauce; cook an additional 10-15 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
  • In individual bowls, ladle sauce over hot noodles.
  • Serve with grated Parmesan cheese and snipped fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley or oregano) at the table, as desired.
  • Great served with a tossed green salad & Mom's Onion Parmesan Bread recipe #109257, and a nice bottle of red wine!
  • Salut!

QUICK & EASY SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS



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While the sauce cooks, you make the meatballs and while the meatballs cook, you boil your pasta. Makes 8 meatballs, two per person. Process the breadcrumbs first and you can just wipe the processor bowl clean for the tomatoes. No food processor? Cut the bread into small pieces and puree the tomatoes in a blender. - Jenny Jones

Time 32m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
28 ounce can whole peeled plum tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (try my seasoning mix)
2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt + pepper to taste
2 Tablespoons fresh sliced basil leaves (optional)
2 slices soft bread, white or wheat, crusts removed (3/4 cup fresh crumbs)
1/3 cup milk
1 egg
1 clove garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese
1 Tablespoon fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon Italian spices
1/4 teaspoon salt + pepper to taste
3/4 pound ground sirloin
8-10 ounces spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a food processor pulse bread to make soft crumbs. Place crumbs in a bowl and add milk. Let stand.
  • In the food processor, pulse canned tomatoes until smooth.
  • In a large pot, no bigger than 8 inches across, sauté garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute.
  • Add tomatoes and seasonings (except basil), bring to a boil and cook, uncovered while you make the meatballs. Lower the heat if it splatters but keep it bubbling.
  • To the bread/milk mixture, add egg, garlic, parmesan, parsley & spices and combine well.
  • Add meat, mixing gently by hand. Shape into eight 2-inch balls and place gently into the sauce. Cook, undisturbed and uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • While meatballs cook, boil the pasta per package directions.
  • Just before serving, add basil to the sauce. Drain spaghetti and stir in some of the sauce. Top with meatballs and extra sauce.

MOM'S SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup Italian-style dried breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
8 cloves garlic, half grated or minced, the other half sliced
1/4 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano, plus more for garnish
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1 cup dry white wine
Two 26.5-ounce boxes strained tomatoes, such as Pomi
4 fresh basil leaves, torn, plus torn leaves for garnish
2 pounds spaghetti

Steps:

  • Combine the beef, pork, eggs, breadcrumbs, dried oregano, grated garlic, Pecorino Romano, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Using your hands, thoroughly mix the ingredients together until evenly incorporated. Roll into meatballs slightly larger than golf balls, setting them on baking sheets as you work.
  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a large Dutch oven until it shimmers. Working in batches and taking care not to crowd the pan, saute the meatballs, turning frequently, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer from the pan back to the baking sheet.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the onion to the pan, and saute, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the sliced garlic, stir, and cook 1 minute more. Add the wine, increase the heat, and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, 4 of the basil leaves, the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and the meatballs along with any accumulated juices. Simmer, partially covered, until the flavors come together, about 1 hour 20 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  • Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in two batches in boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain and serve with the meatballs and sauce ladled on top. Garnish with torn basil and freshly grated Pecorino-Romano.

EASY SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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No pasta's more iconic than spaghetti and meatballs, and now, it's a breeze to make -- the meatballs simmer right in the sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg
1 pound ground beef chuck
1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
3/4 pound spaghetti

Steps:

  • Set a large pot of salted water to boil. In a bowl, combine Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and breadcrumbs; mix gently. Form into 16 balls.
  • In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add meatballs, and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cover partially, and cook, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, and return to pot; add meatballs and sauce, and toss gently. Serve with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 678 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 42 g

MY FAVORITE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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I have tried a couple of recipes on zaar but I keep going back to my own. I got the sauce recipe from a friend of my moms and the meatball recipe is my own adaptation from a recipe on a Muellers box. Add your favorite pasta and you have a meal.

Provided by Chef Shelby

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 -3 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 small onion (diced small)
2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes (ground and peeled-I use Pastene Kitchen Ready)
2 (12 ounce) cans tomato paste
48 ounces water (2 cans water for each can tomato paste)
1 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper
olive oil
1 1/4 lbs ground beef
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 egg (slightly beaten)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 tablespoon onion powder (real onion can be used but my family doesn't like finding onions in their meatballs, go figure)
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Sauce:.
  • Cover bottom of large pan with olive oil.
  • Add garlic and onion and heat on low until tender.
  • Add Pastene tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for at least 1 hour, stirring often.
  • Meatballs:.
  • In large bowl, mix together all the ingredients.
  • Shape into balls (makes about 30).
  • Meatball cooking directions:.
  • Bake in oven at 350, turning occasionally until the meatballs are brown on the outside.
  • Add the meatballs to sauce and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
  • This cooking method is also great for making the meatballs ahead of time. They can be frozen and dropped into sauce when you're ready.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.9, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 109.8, Sodium 1399.7, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 23.6, Protein 32.5

TEST KITCHEN'S FAVORITE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Swapping out some of the ground beef for chopped mushrooms is the secret behind the complex flavor of these meatballs. A quick blast in the broiler gives them a nice crust -- and the noncrisp parts soak up the delicious sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups finely chopped onion (from 1 large)
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons minced garlic (4 to 5 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
2 cans (each 28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes in juice, pureed in a blender or food processor
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
1 pound cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup whole milk
1/3 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano (1 ounce), plus more for serving
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, plus more for serving
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 pound ground beef (85 percent lean), preferably grass-fed
1 pound spaghetti, spaghettini, or bucatini

Steps:

  • Red Sauce: Heat a straight-sided skillet over medium. Swirl in oil; add onion and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft and translucent, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in garlic and red-pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds. Transfer one-third of onion mixture to a bowl and reserve for meatballs. Add tomatoes to skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until reduced and thickened slightly, about 20 minutes.
  • Meatballs: While sauce simmers, heat a large skillet over medium-high. Swirl in oil. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and most of moisture has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to bowl with reserved onion mixture; let cool slightly.
  • Preheat broiler with rack 4 inches below heating element. Stir breadcrumbs and milk into mushroom mixture until milk is absorbed. Add cheese, parsley, oregano, egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and gently fold with your hands until evenly combined (don't overwork, or meatballs will be tough). Use an ice cream scoop, or roll heaping tablespoons between dampened palms, to form thirty 1 1/2-inch balls. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet brushed with oil. Broil, undisturbed, until browned on top, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer meatballs to skillet with red sauce. Simmer, stirring gently, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, boil pasta in a large pot of generously salted water until al dente, about 2 minutes less than per package instructions. Drain pasta and return to pot; toss with 1 1/2 cups sauce. Serve, topped with meatballs, more sauce, cheese, red-pepper flakes, and parsley.

BEST SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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One evening, we had unexpected company. Since I had the ingredients on hand, I made this spaghetti and meatballs recipe. Everyone raved! This classic recipe makes a big batch and is perfect for entertaining. -Mary Lou Koskella, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste
3 cups water
1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
MEATBALLS:
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups soft bread cubes (cut into 1/4-inch pieces)
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds spaghetti, cooked

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions; saute until softened. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato paste; cook 3-5 minutes. Add next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 50 minutes., Combine the first 7 meatball ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add meatballs; brown in batches until no longer pink. Drain. Add to sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, large yellow onions, garlic, kosher salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, tomato paste, crushed tomato, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, ground beef, ground pork, bread crumbs, ricotta cheese, fresh parsley, large eggs, grated parmesan cheese, milk, kosher salt, black pepper, dried spathetti, fresh basil, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

¼ cup olive oil
2 large yellow onions, chopped
10 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 oz tomato paste
55 oz crushed tomato, 2 cans
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 cup bread crumbs
½ cup ricotta cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup milk
kosher salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1 lb dried spathetti
fresh basil, chopped
grated parmesan cheese, fresh

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack over a baking sheet and grease with nonstick spray.
  • Make the marinara sauce: Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and season with salt, pepper, and the red pepper flakes. Cook until soft and caramelized, about 15 minutes.
  • Set aside ⅓ cup (50 G) of the cooked onions and garlic for the meatballs and let cool.
  • Stir the tomato paste into the onions and cook until browned and aromatic, 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and dried parsley. Stir together and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
  • Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, reserved onion and garlic mixture, bread crumbs, ricotta, parsley, eggs, Parmesan, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until well combined.
  • Shape about 2 ounces (55 G) of meat at a time into balls and set on the prepared wire rack.
  • Bake the meatballs for 20 minutes, until the outsides are browned and the centers are tender and juicy and reach about 155˚F (68˚C).
  • Bring a large pot of water to boil and add a generous pinch of salt. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, 7-10 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to keep the noodles from sticking together.
  • Drain the pasta and add it directly to the simmering marinara sauce. Reserve some pasta water, in case you need it to loosen the sauce. Stir the pasta into the sauce until fully coated.
  • Add the pasta to serving bowls, top with the meatballs, and garnish with Parmesan, fresh basil, and cracked pepper.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1173 calories, Carbohydrate 119 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 69 grams, Sugar 26 grams

SIMPLE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: onion, crushed tomato, unsalted butter, salt, ground pork, ground beef, onion, garlic, shredded parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, worcestershire, egg, salt, black pepper, spaghetti, parmesan cheese

Provided by Nathan Ng

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 onion, peeled and halved
28 oz crushed tomato, 1 can
½ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb ground pork
1 lb ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
¾ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons worcestershire
1 egg
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb spaghetti
parmesan cheese, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, butter, onion, and salt to a pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Lower the heat and cook for 45 minutes, until the onions are soft and starting to break apart. Remove onion.
  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, ground pork, panko, Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion, Worcestershire, salt, pepper, and parsley until fully combined.
  • Take a golf ball-sized handful of the meat mixture and roll it into a ball. Transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining meat.
  • Bake the meatballs for 16 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil, and cook the spaghetti according to the packaging instructions.
  • Drain pasta and toss lightly in about a tablespoon of oil (optional).
  • Pour the sauce over the pasta. Transfer the cooked meatballs and top with Parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1583 calories, Carbohydrate 132 grams, Fat 75 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 92 grams, Sugar 19 grams

MEGAN'S AMAZING SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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This recipe will leave your family and friends mopping up their plates with their garlic bread!

Provided by Megan Darling

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup red wine
3 tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ pound lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup grated mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, red wine, Italian seasoning, sugar, garlic powder, and garlic salt. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and continue simmering while preparing meatballs.
  • Mix ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, and parsley in a large bowl. Roll walnut-size meatballs and place in the simmering sauce, making sure sauce covers entire meatball. Increase heat to medium and simmering until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes, turning meatballs once about halfway through.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Serve meatballs and sauce over spaghetti with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.9 calories, Carbohydrate 79.8 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 969.7 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your spaghetti and meatballs. Look for ripe tomatoes, sweet onions, and flavorful ground beef.
  • Brown the meatballs well: Browning the meatballs before simmering them will help to develop their flavor and keep them from falling apart.
  • Use a good quality tomato sauce: A flavorful tomato sauce is essential for a great spaghetti and meatballs dish. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own from scratch.
  • Cook the spaghetti al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. This will help to prevent the pasta from becoming mushy when it is combined with the sauce and meatballs.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Spaghetti and meatballs can be served with a variety of toppings, such as grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, or crushed red pepper flakes.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious spaghetti and meatballs dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.

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