Looking for a delicious dinner that won't keep you tied to the kitchen for hours? This quick and easy Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe is the answer! With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a comforting and flavorful meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tomato Sauce:
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Pasta:
1 pound spaghetti
Salt for boiling water
Optional:
Grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare Meatballs:
- Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Shape into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Cook Meatballs:
- Brown meatballs in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat, about 8-10 minutes.
Prepare Tomato Sauce:
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until softened.
- Add crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Cook Pasta:
- Boil salted water and cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain pasta.
Combine and Serve:
- Add meatballs to the tomato sauce and let them simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve meatballs and sauce over cooked spaghetti.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Enjoy your quick and tasty Spaghetti and Meatballs!
