Classic Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe

Name: Classic Spaghetti And Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs; 1/2 cup milk; 1 pound lean ground sirloin (or a combination of sirloin and pork); 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano, divided; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for serving; 1 cup onion, finely minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 large egg yolk; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; Olive oil; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, if desired; 3 tablespoons minced fresh basil; 1 pound dried pasta, cooked according to package directions

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 pound lean ground sirloin (or a combination of sirloin and pork)
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano, divided
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for serving
1 cup onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 large egg yolk
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Olive oil
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, if desired
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 pound dried pasta, cooked according to package directions

1
Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl, and let soak 10 minutes. Combine ground sirloin, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1/2 cup grated cheese, and next 6 ingredients in another bowl. Stir in breadcrumb mixture, and form into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
2
Fill a 12-inch skillet or wide saucepan 1/4 inch deep with olive oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Add meatballs, and cook about 7 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
3
Pour off fat from pan; add wine to pan, and simmer 1 minute. Stir in Quick Marinara Sauce, remaining 1 tablespoon oregano, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Bring to a boil; add meatballs, and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in basil.
4
Add drained cooked pasta, meatballs, and sauce to pot, and toss to combine. Serve with additional grated cheese.

676

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup milk, 1 pound lean ground sirloin (or a combination of sirloin and pork), 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano, divided, and more.

Yes, Classic Spaghetti And Meatballs falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Classic Spaghetti And Meatballs

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