Curly and Moe
Dive into a comforting bowl of "Curly and Moe," a hearty pasta dish that pairs tender curly spaghetti noodles with rich, flavorful meatballs in a robust tomato basil sauce. Made with a combination of ground beef and Italian sausage, the meatballs are seasoned to perfection with Parmesan cheese, garlic, and oregano, then simmered in a homemade sauce featuring crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a hint of sugar for balance. This easy-to-follow recipe, ready in just an hour, is ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, and can be garnished with melty mozzarella and extra Parmesan for an irresistible finish. Perfect for lovers of Italian-inspired comfort food, "Curly and Moe" is a crowd-pleasing dish that brings bold flavors and wholesome satisfaction to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Curly spaghetti noodles (rotini or cavatappi)
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Italian sausage
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Egg
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 28 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Sugar
- 0.5 cup Grated mozzarella cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the curly spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, one minced garlic clove, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix until well combined.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs roughly 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a plate or baking sheet.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 6–8 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped basil leaves, and sugar. Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Reduce the heat to low and return the meatballs to the skillet. Simmer the sauce and meatballs for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the sauce doesn't stick.
To serve, divide the cooked noodles among plates or bowls. Ladle the meatballs and sauce over the noodles.
Optional: Top with grated mozzarella cheese and extra Parmesan for garnish.
Serve hot and enjoy your 'Curly and Moe'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.9 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 1674 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.3 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1067 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
