Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe
SPAGHETTI, MARINARA, MEATBALLS, PARMESAN
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Meatballs
Marinara Sauce
Toppings
Method
Preparing Meatballs
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until fully combined.
Form Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter.
Cook Meatballs
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Making Marinara Sauce
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Add Tomatoes and Seasonings
Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Combine Meatballs with Sauce
Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
Cooking Spaghetti
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
Cook Spaghetti
Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Serving
Combine and Serve
Serve the spaghetti topped with meatballs and marinara sauce. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.