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Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 large egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Topping:

• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano Reggiano
• Olive oil for drizzling

Other Ingredients:

• 1 pound tagliatelle pasta
• Extra Parmigiano Reggiano for serving

Instructions:

Meatballs:

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmigiano Reggiano, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix the ingredients until well combined. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, then set them aside.

Sauce:

1. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and pepper.
2. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes.
3. Add the browned meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through.

Topping:

1. In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add breadcrumbs and stir until they become golden brown.
2. Add minced garlic and continue stirring until the garlic is fragrant.
3. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano.

Assembly:

1. Cook the tagliatelle pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with a bit of olive oil.
2. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked tagliatelle.
3. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping over the dish and finish with extra grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
4. Enjoy your delicious tagliatelle and meatballs with a crunchy breadcrumb, garlic, and parsley topping!

This recipe combines the richness of the meatballs, the savory tomato sauce, and the crunchy breadcrumb topping for a delightful dining experience.