Spaghetti And Garlic Meatballs

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Spaghetti and Garlic Meatballs:

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
• Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

For the Spaghetti:

• 1 pound spaghetti
• Salt for pasta water
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions

For the Meatballs:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Mix until just combined.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.

For the Sauce:

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Add sugar if needed to balance the acidity.
4. Simmer the sauce on low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for another 10 minutes.

For the Spaghetti:

1. While the sauce and meatballs are simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
3. Drain the spaghetti and return it to the pot.

To Serve:

1. Plate the spaghetti and top with the meatballs and sauce.
2. Garnish with freshly chopped basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
3. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Spaghetti and Garlic Meatballs!

Feel free to customize the recipe to your taste by adding more herbs or spices. Enjoy your meal!