Mozzarella Meatballs & Spaghetti

1. 1

   Put the beef, breadcrumbs, garlic, half the parsley, salt& pepper into a bowl.

2. 2

   Add the egg and mix well.

3. 3

   Cut the mozzarella cheese into 16 small cubes.

4. 4

   Take a heaped teaspoonful of beef mixture and form it into a ball around each cube of cheese.

5. 5

   Heat the oil in a large covered pan, add the meat balls to the pan, cover and cook until brown on all sides.

6. 6

   Add the onion to the pan, cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then add the tomatoes and juice.

7. 7

   Bring up to a simmering point, cover and cook for 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Uncover pan and cook for a further 10 minutes to allow the sauce to reduce and thicken slightly.

9. 9

   While the meatballs are cooking, cook the spaghetti in boiling water until done to your preference.

10. 10

    Drain well and divide among 4 warmed plates.

11. 11

    Divide the sauce among the plates of spaghetti and then sprinkle with the remaining parsley.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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