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Spaghetti and Meatballs

This classic spaghetti & meatballs recipe is a great go-to favorite. Made with rich homemade marinara sauce and the perfect meatballs, this dish is packed with a delicious flavor that's perfect for a family meal.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580kcal
Author: Julie Maestre

Ingredients

Marinara Sauce

  • 35 ounce canned peeled tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste

Meatballs

  • 1.5 lb blend of beef pork, and veal
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 slice white bread
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder optional
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat a large pot over medium-low heat, add onions and cook until translucent
  • Add fresh minced garlic, basil, and red chili flakes, season with salt, pepper, and cook until garlic turns golden and fragrant.
  • Add plump tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt and pepper, and stir, breaking up tomatoes until well combined.
  • Cover and simmer over medium-low heat
  • Place the slice of bread in a food processor and mix until fine bread crumbles
  • Combine beef, veal, pork, bread crumbs, parsley, fresh minced garlic, egg, milk, chili powder, parmesan cheese, and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Using your hands mix gently, careful not to over mix.
  • Roll meat mixture into golf-sized balls and then fry the meatballs in vegetable oil over medium-high heat, working in batches. Brown them on all sides. Each batch should take about 7 minutes.
  • Place the browned meatballs in the sauce and let it cook for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the meatballs are tender and fully cooked through.
  • Add some fresh basil and serve over Spaghetti

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 1023mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 885IU | Vitamin C: 31.3mg | Calcium: 307mg | Iron: 6.6mg