Spaghetti with Meatballs and Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Spaghetti with Meatballs and Tomato Sauce recipe. Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned meatballs made from a blend of ground beef and pork, combined with breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic and onion, they’re sure to steal the show. Simmered in a robust homemade tomato sauce infused with dried oregano, basil, and a hint of sweetness, the dish is served over al dente spaghetti for a truly satisfying meal. Ready in just an hour, this classic Italian-American favorite is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley to elevate the flavors, and enjoy a truly timeless dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghetti
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Prepare the meatballs by combining the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Roll the mixture into small balls, about the size of a ping pong ball, and place them on a baking sheet.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, frying them until they're browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, and water. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the meatballs to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.
While the meatballs are simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a pot of boiling salted water. Drain well.
Serve the cooked spaghetti with the meatballs and tomato sauce on top. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1245 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.1 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1038 mg | 22% | |
*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.
