Spaghetti and Meatballs
Tender beef-and-pork meatballs simmered in tomato sauce over spaghetti — the Italian-American comfort classic.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the Meatballs: Combine the ground meat, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, half the garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and roll into golf-ball-sized meatballs.
- 2
Sear: Brown the meatballs in olive oil on all sides in a large pan, then set aside (they will finish cooking in the sauce).
- 3
Start the Sauce: In the same pan, soften the onion and remaining garlic for 5 minutes. Pour in the passata, season, and add a few torn basil leaves.
- 4
Simmer: Return the meatballs to the sauce, cover, and simmer gently for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 5
Cook the Pasta: Boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente and drain.
- 6
Serve: Pile the spaghetti onto plates, spoon over the meatballs and sauce, and finish with extra Parmesan cheese and basil.
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