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Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe
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This classic Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for a cozy dinner with loved ones. The tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over a bed of spaghetti, and topped with Parmesan cheese will surely satisfy any pasta lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

  • 2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes (with juices)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

For the Meatballs:

  • 1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork or ground Italian sausage
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped finely)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pepper (to taste)

Additional:

  • 1 pound uncooked spaghetti
  • Torn/chopped fresh basil (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients: Mince all garlic needed for both sauce and meatballs. Break up whole tomatoes by hand in a large bowl.
  2. Make the Sauce: Sauté onion in olive oil and butter, then add garlic, tomatoes, seasonings, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare Meatballs: Mix breadcrumbs and milk, add remaining meatball ingredients, form into meatballs, and set aside.
  4. Cook Meatballs: Place meatballs in the simmering sauce and cook for 35-45 minutes.
  5. Finish and Serve: Season sauce, serve meatballs and sauce over cooked spaghetti, and garnish with Parmesan and basil.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, you can use San Marzano whole tomatoes.
  • Handle the meatball mixture gently to keep them tender.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.

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