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Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti and Meatballs

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This spaghetti and meatballs recipe is the perfect family dinner during the week: quick, easy, and even approved by the pickiest eaters!

Difficulty: Easy
Cooking: 30 min
Preparation: 20 min
Country: Italia

Ingredients

No. Servings
  • Large egg1unit
  • Finely chopped fresh basil3tablespoons
  • Finely chopped fresh parsley3tablespoons
  • Dried oregano1teaspoon
  • Salt0.8teaspoon
  • Freshly ground black pepper0.3teaspoon
  • Minced garlic2cloves
  • Water0.3cup
  • Ground meat mix (beef, pork, and veal)680g
  • Dry italian breadcrumbs0.8cup
  • Freshly grated parmigiano reggiano0.5cup
  • High-quality marinara sauce (e.g., rao's)32oz
  • Spaghetti
    Spaghetti454g

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Preparation

  1. STEP 1 OF 10

    Preheat the oven to 175°C and position a rack in the center.

  2. STEP 2 OF 10

    In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, basil, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic, and water.

  3. STEP 3 OF 10

    Add the ground meat, breadcrumbs, and Parmigiano Reggiano and mix until just combined. Do not overwork the mixture.

  4. STEP 4 OF 10

    Form golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.

  5. STEP 5 OF 10

    Bake for about 10 minutes, then turn the meatballs with a spatula and bake for another 10 minutes until they are well browned and almost cooked through.

  6. STEP 6 OF 10

    Meanwhile, bring the marinara sauce to a boil in a large skillet. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

  7. STEP 7 OF 10

    Transfer the browned meatballs to the marinara sauce, cover lightly with a lid or aluminum foil, and simmer for about 10 minutes.

  8. STEP 8 OF 10

    While the meatballs are cooking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  9. STEP 9 OF 10

    Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente. Drain and toss with the sauce and meatballs.

  10. STEP 10 OF 10

    Serve the spaghetti and meatballs in bowls, garnishing with chopped fresh basil and more grated Parmigiano.

Suggestions

  • Baking sheet

  • Large bowl

  • Metal spatula

  • Large skillet

General Information

Storage notes

Cooked meatballs can be frozen, in their sauce, for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat on the stove until the meatballs are hot in the center.

More information

Suitable for freezing and reheating later.

Origin

Italia, Lazio

Analysis

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Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)183.11
Carbohydrates (g)18.54
of which Sugars (g)1.1
Fat (g)6.93
of which Saturates (g)1.07
Protein (g)11.86
Fiber (g)0.9
Sale (g)0.24
  • Proteins
    11.86g·31%
  • Carbohydrates
    18.54g·48%
  • Fats
    6.93g·18%
  • Fibers
    0.9g·2%