Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe! Featuring tender, flavor-packed meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh parsley, this dish comes together with minimal effort yet delivers maximum taste. The meatballs are pan-seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a rich marinara sauce for a depth of flavor that's simply irresistible. Paired with perfectly al dente spaghetti and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan, this hearty Italian-inspired classic is ready in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Whether you're craving a satisfying meal or something sure to please a crowd, this recipe is your go-to for easy yet decadent pasta nights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 12 ounces Spaghetti
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 1.5 quarts Water
- 1 tablespoon Salt for pasta water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using your hands until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Roll the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs, placing them on a plate or baking sheet as you go. This should yield about 16-18 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the browned meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring it to a simmer over medium-low heat. Gently place the browned meatballs into the sauce. Cover and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked through and tender.
While the meatballs are cooking, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water, then add the spaghetti. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
To serve, divide the cooked spaghetti onto plates or bowls. Spoon the marinara sauce and meatballs over the top. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 168 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2232 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 456 mg | 10% | |
*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.
