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Best Spaghetti and Meatballs – A Classic Family Favorite

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Tender, juicy meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce and served over spaghetti for the ultimate Italian-American comfort meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • ½ lb ground beef

  • ½ lb ground pork

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • ¼ cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup grated onion

  • Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes to taste

  • Olive oil for browning

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • Two 28 oz cans crushed or San Marzano tomatoes

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 pinch sugar (optional)

For the Pasta:

  • 1 lb spaghetti

  • Salted water for boiling

  • Parmesan and parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Soak breadcrumbs in milk. Add remaining meatball ingredients and mix gently.

  • Roll into 1½-inch balls. Brown in olive oil on all sides; set aside.

  • In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic. Add tomatoes, oregano, salt, and sugar. Simmer 10 minutes.

  • Return meatballs to sauce. Simmer 25–30 minutes until cooked through.

  • Cook spaghetti in salted water. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

  • Toss pasta with some sauce and pasta water. Serve with meatballs and garnish.

Notes

  • Use all beef if preferred.

  • Bake meatballs for a lighter version.

  • Use gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs as needed.

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