Homemade Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs
A comforting and versatile dish featuring spaghetti topped with flavorful meatballs and rich marinara sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingrédients
For the Meatballs
- 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Preferably Italian.
- 1 large Egg Use room temperature for better mixing.
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Optional for a dairy-free version.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Spaghetti
- 1 box Spaghetti Substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.
- 2 cups Marinara sauce For serving.
- Olive oil Olive oil For cooking and preventing sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to keep your kitchen organized.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic ahead of time.
Cooking Spaghetti
- Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Making Meatballs
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix by hand until evenly incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1-2 inches in diameter.
Cooking Meatballs
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs in batches, browning them on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
Simmering
- Pour the marinara sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet.
- Lower the heat, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
Serving
- Drain the spaghetti and toss with a small drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Serve the meatballs with marinara sauce over the spaghetti.
- Top with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Avoid overcooking pasta; ensure meatballs are browned for depth of flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste, and feel free to customize with herbs.