Pasta And Meatballs Recipe: A Delicious Meal For Everyone To Enjoy
The Ingredients You Will Need:
For the meatballs, you will need:
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
For the pasta, you will need:
- 1 pound of spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can of crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions:
Making the Meatballs:
1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, milk, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2. Use your hands to form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Making the Pasta:
1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine.
5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6. When the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
7. Toss the spaghetti with the sauce until it is evenly coated.
Nutrition:
This recipe serves 4 people. Here is the approximate nutrition information per serving:
- Calories: 640
- Protein: 38g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1110mg
This pasta and meatballs recipe is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and savory. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Enjoy!