Lady and the Tramp Spaghetti and Meatballs
Bring a touch of classic romance to your dinner table with this "Lady and the Tramp Spaghetti and Meatballs" recipe, an ode to the beloved Disney movie moment. Juicy, flavor-packed meatballs are crafted from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan, parsley, and aromatic garlic, then seared to golden perfection before simmering in a rich homemade marinara sauce infused with dried basil and oregano. Paired with perfectly al dente spaghetti, this timeless Italian-American dish is comfort food at its finest. Ready in just an hour, this recipe serves four and is perfect for a cozy date night or a nostalgic family meal. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 4 quarts Water
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp Extra Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, 2 cloves of minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a plate or tray. You should yield about 16-18 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Sear the meatballs until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining clove of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and dried basil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then return the seared meatballs to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the meatballs cook in the sauce for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the meatballs are cooking, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt, then add the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Once the meatballs are fully cooked and tender, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the spaghetti topped with the meatballs and marinara sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and extra grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 180.0 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 773 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 12463 mg | 542% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.9 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 184.7 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1017 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 4433 mg | 94% | |
*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.
