Best 13 Homemade Baked Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipes

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Homemade baked spaghetti and meatballs is an Italian-American classic that is sure to please the whole family. This hearty and delicious dish is made with simple ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. With a little time and effort, you can create a delicious meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. From the juicy meatballs to the flavorful sauce, this dish is a true delight. Whether you are looking for a weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs is an easy, kid friendly weeknight dinner with cooked meatballs, spaghetti and cheese in a casserole. A lasagna shortcut!

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Main Dish

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound spaghetti
6 cups Marinara Sauce (, 2 jars)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
32 beef meatballs (, cooked and thawed)
2 cups mozzarella cheese (, shredded and divided)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray 9x13 baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
  • Cook pasta as directed and drain (do not rinse).
  • Add the noodles to a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Add in the pasta sauce, meatballs and half the mozzarella cheese.
  • Pour into your baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, covered.
  • Uncover, top with remaining mozzarella cheese and cook for 10 more minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 1008 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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I have been making this spaghetti recipe, from a dear family friend, for over 25 years. It is by far the best homemade sauce and meatballs we have ever had. I've also just fried the beef and added it to the sauce, then used it to make lasagna.

Provided by Lynn1964

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 3h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (29 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
19 fluid ounces tomato juice
1 (5.5 ounce) can tomato paste
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
16 soda crackers, crushed
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine tomatoes, tomato juice, tomato paste, onion, parsley, salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, thyme, and cloves in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Meanwhile, combine beef, crackers, eggs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, and thyme in a bowl. Form into large meatballs and place into a broiler pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and no longer pink in the centers, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer meatballs to sauce and continue to simmer, 2 to 2 1/2 hours more.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Serve sauce and meatballs over cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Carbohydrate 47.6 g, Cholesterol 85.9 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 759.2 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Get the recipe for Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs.

Provided by Kay Chun

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1.5 pounds ground beef
1 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs
0.75 cup whole milk
2 large eggs, beaten
Kosher salt and black pepper
4 cups marinara sauce (32 ounces)
12 ounces spaghetti, broken in half
3 sprigs basil, plus leaves for garnishing
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
Green salad, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400° F. In a large bowl, combine beef, panko, milk, eggs, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper. Mix well and form into 18 meatballs.
  • Whisk marinara sauce and 1 cup water in a 2½-quart baking dish until well blended. Add spaghetti and stir to evenly coat in the sauce, arrange in an even layer, and then top with meatballs and basil sprigs.
  • Cover and bake, gently stirring once or twice, until pasta and meatballs are cooked through, 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Top with the cheese and broil, uncovered, 6 inches from heat until the cheese melts and some meatballs are lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Garnish with basil leaves and serve with salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 740 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Protein 39 g, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 10 g, Fat 36 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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For a bowl of Italian comfort, make Rachael Ray's Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound spaghetti
Salt, for pasta water
1 1/4 pounds ground sirloin
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, eyeball it
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup Italian bread crumbs, a couple of handfuls
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano cheese
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Salt and pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic, crushed or chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup beef stock, available on soup aisle in market in small paper boxes
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
A handful chopped flat-leaf parsley
10 leaves fresh basil leaves, torn or thinly sliced
Grated cheese, such as Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano, for passing at table
Crusty bread or garlic bread, for passing at the table

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Place a large pot of water on to boil for spaghetti. When it boils, add salt and pasta and cook to al dente.
  • Mix beef and Worcestershire, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper. Roll meat into 1 1/2 inch medium-sized meatballs and place on nonstick cookie sheet or a cookie sheet greased with extra-virgin olive oil. Bake balls 10 to 12 minutes, until no longer pink.
  • Heat a deep skillet or medium pot over moderate heat. Add oil, crushed pepper, garlic and finely chopped onion. Saute 5 to 7 minutes, until onion bits are soft. Add beef stock, crushed tomatoes, and herbs. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Toss hot, drained pasta with a few ladles of the sauce and grated cheese. Turn meatballs in remaining sauce. Place pasta on dinner plates and top with meatballs and sauce and extra grated cheese. Serve with bread or garlic bread (and some good chianti!)

BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Baked spaghetti and meatballs is a delicious and easy five-ingredient recipe with a wonderful mild flavor.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion (chopped)
1 (16-ounce) package frozen pre-cooked meatballs
1 (26-ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup water
1 pound spaghetti pasta
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Spray a 13-inch-by-9-inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Cook the spaghetti until almost al dente; drain and rinse with hot water and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion; cook and stir for 3 minutes.
  • Add the frozen meatballs ; cook and stir for 3 minutes longer.
  • Add the spaghetti sauce and stir.
  • Pour the water into the spaghetti sauce jar; close jar, and shake vigorously. Pour this mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Simmer 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the spaghetti.
  • Pour into the prepared casserole dish and top with the Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 to 35 minutes until the casserole is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 1232 mg, Sugar 11 g, Fat 23 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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Traditional spaghetti and meatballs is turned into the most amazing baked cheesy casserole ever! A family favorite for sure!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces spaghetti
3 cups marinara sauce, homemade or store-bought
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
8 ounces ground beef
8 ounces ground pork
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup Panko
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
Pinch of nutmeg
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9×9 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. In a large bowl, combine beef, pork, egg, Panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, allspice and nutmeg; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Using a wooden spoon or clean hands, stir until well combined. Roll the mixture into 1 1/4-to-1 1/2-inch meatballs, forming about 18-20 meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add meatballs, in batches, and cook until all sides are browned, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well and stir in marinara sauce. Add pasta to the prepared baking dish and top with meatballs; sprinkle with mozzarella. Place into oven and bake until bubbly and heated through, about 15-20 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.

SPAGHETTI MEATBALL BAKE



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When we gather for Sunday dinner, we crave pasta. I had a hankering for meatballs, too, so I developed a meaty spaghetti casserole. -Kim Forni, Laconia, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs, divided
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups cooked spaghetti (3 ounces uncooked), coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried basil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds ground beef
SAUCE:
2 jars (24 ounces each) meatless pasta sauce
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place 1 cup bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. In a large bowl, combine eggs, chopped spaghetti, garlic, seasonings and remaining bread crumbs. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., Roll meatballs in bread crumbs; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 15-20 minutes or until cooked through., In a large saucepan, combine pasta sauce, onion, garlic and seasonings; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Pour over meatballs; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until cheese is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 1074mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

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.

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

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

CLASSIC SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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I can't claim to be Italian, but I sure did a lot of research when it came to tackling this classic Italian dish. In addition to tasting fabulous, this recipe is so easy to put together. It's great for making extra meatballs for leftovers and is accessible enough that anyone should be able to throw it together on a weeknight.

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for topping
1/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons milk
1 large egg, beaten
8 ounces ground chuck
8 ounces ground pork
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
5 cups Classic Tomato Basil Sauce, recipe follows
1 pound spaghetti
Fresh basil, for garnish
4 pounds ripe plum tomatoes or two 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice, such as Organic Muir Glen
2 heads garlic, cloves peeled and halved lengthwise
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine the cheese, breadcrumbs, milk and egg in a large mixing bowl until well mixed. Add the chuck and pork and mix to combine, working gently to avoid overworking the meat. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Shape into small golf ball-size meatballs and place on the lined baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs until they are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the Classic Tomato Basil Sauce to a simmer. Transfer the meatballs to the tomato sauce and toss to coat, allowing them to simmer for another 5 minutes. Meatballs can be held in the sauce until ready to serve.
  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Transfer the cooked pasta directly to the sauce, tossing to coat.
  • Serve the spaghetti and meatballs topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil.
  • Cut an "X" in the bottom of each tomato and blanch in a large pot of boiling water 10 seconds. Immediately transfer the tomatoes with a slotted spoon to an ice bath to cool, then peel, seed and chop.
  • Cook the garlic in the oil in a small, heavy pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally until golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes and red pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper, and add the fresh basil. Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

CHEESY BAKED SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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This is a new spin on a recipe from my childhood-- my dad would make spaghetti and meatballs for me and my sister when my mom was too busy to cook. It was his favorite dish to cook-- boil spaghetti, heat frozen meatballs and refrigerated store-bought sauce, mix and serve. Once I got the hang of how Dad made S&M, I took it a few steps further-- and the result was a huge hit with my family!

Provided by ProbieFoodie531

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 1 pan, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1 lb spaghetti
1 lb frozen small meatballs
1 (8 ounce) bag frozen vegetables (choose either medley or single type)
1 (16 ounce) jar smooth marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line the bottom and sides of medium saucepan to about half-way up with the frozen meatballs, and pour in marinara sauce until all meatballs are covered. Set to simmer on low heat.
  • Take out frozen vegetables, leave on counter.
  • In a large pot, follow the directions to cook 1 pound of spaghetti, drain and return to pot.
  • With a dinner knife, divide each meatball in half, and then pour into spaghetti pot with sauce, open frozen vegetables and pour into spaghetti pot.
  • Mix well, slowly adding two cups of shredded mozzarella.
  • Pour mixture into 13x9 baking dish, sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella on top.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until mozzarella on top is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.1, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 2.6, Sodium 560.4, Carbohydrate 110.5, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 14.4, Protein 19

SPAGHETTI MEATBALL BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bolognese sauce, water, fresh egg pasta, grated cheddar cheese, fresh basil, lean ground beef, garlic powder, parsley, paprika, salt, pepper

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

18 oz bolognese sauce, from a jar
1 cup water
1 lb fresh egg pasta
1.75 oz grated cheddar cheese
½ cup fresh basil, for serving
1 lb lean ground beef, (5% fat)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons parsley
2 teaspoons paprika
½ teaspoon salt, to taste
½ teaspoon pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6.
  • Mix all of the meatball ingredients together into a large bowl, then form into 14 golfball-sized balls.
  • Combine the full jar of sauce and half a jar of water together in a large bowl.
  • Stir in the spaghetti until it's fully coated in the sauce.
  • Spread the coated spaghetti into a casserole dish then top with the meatballs.
  • Cover and bake in the centre of the oven for 18-20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle over the cheese and grill/broil for a further 5-7 minutes uncovered, until the cheese is melted and stringy and the top of the meatballs are brown.
  • Sprinkle over the basil and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh herbs, vegetables, and meat will give your spaghetti and meatballs the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the meatballs. Overcooked meatballs will be tough and dry. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Use a good quality tomato sauce. A good tomato sauce will make all the difference in the flavor of your spaghetti and meatballs. Look for a sauce that is made with fresh tomatoes and has a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the spaghetti and meatballs with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese. This will add a delicious finishing touch to the dish.

Conclusion:

Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish that is loved by people of all ages. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a delicious spaghetti and meatballs dish at home. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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