Bobby Flay's Spaghetti And Meat Balls With Tomato Sauce Recipe

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   For the Meatballs: Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl, except extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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   Heat the oil in large saute/fry pan over medium-high heat.

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   Roll the mix into 1 1/2-inch balls and fry till golden, but not cooked through completely.

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   (remove with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.)

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   For the Tomato Sauce: Heat extra virgin olive oil in a medium saucepan.

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   Add in onions and garlic and cook till soft.

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   Add in pureed tomatoes and juice, bay leaf and parsley, pepper flakes and salt and pepper and bring to a boil.

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   Reduce heat, add in meatballs and let simmer for 30 to 40 min, till the sauce has thickened.

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   Remove the bay leaf and parsley, add in the basil and serve.

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    For the Spaghetti: Bring salted water to a boil.

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    Add in spaghetti and cook till al dente.

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    Drain well in a colander, toss in sauce, serve with meatballs and Parmesan cheese.

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    For the Garlic Bread: Combine butter and garlic.

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    Spread proportionately on bread and broil till browned.

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    This recipe yields 4 servings.

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