Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Name: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g beef mince; 1 small brown onion, grated; 1 carrot, peeled & grated; ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped; ¾ cup fresh breadcrumb; 125 g feta cheese, crumbled; 1 egg, lightly beaten; ¼ cup plain flour; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 small brown onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 400 g diced tomatoes; 2 cups beef stock; 300 g dried spaghetti; parmesan cheese, finely grated; 8 small basil leaves

Servings: persons

500 g beef mince
1 small brown onion, grated
1 carrot, peeled & grated
¼ cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
¾ cup fresh breadcrumb
125 g feta cheese, crumbled
1 egg, lightly beaten
¼ cup plain flour
¼ cup olive oil
1 small brown onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons tomato paste
400 g diced tomatoes
2 cups beef stock
300 g dried spaghetti
parmesan cheese, finely grated
8 small basil leaves

1
To make meatballs: combine mince, onion, carrot, parsley, breadcrumbs, feta, egg, salt & pepper in a bowl.
2
Mix well.
3
Using clean hands, roll heaped tablespoonfuls of mixture into balls.
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Place on a plate.
5
Place flour on a large plate, season with salt & pepper.
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Roll meatballs in flour to coat.
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Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
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Cook meatballs in batches, for 2 minutes or until browned.
9
Transfer to a plate and continue cooking remaining meatballs.
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Wash & dry frying pan.
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To make sauce: Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan and heat over medium heat.
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Add onion and garlic.
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Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes or until onion is soft.
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Add tomato paste.
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Cook, stirring for 1 minute.
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Add tomatoes and stock to pan.
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Bring to the boil.
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Reduce heat to medium-low.
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Simmer for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens slightly.
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Add meathalls to pan.
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Spoon over sauce to coat.
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Cover, Cook for 15 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
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Meanwhile cook spaghetti in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, following packet directions, until tender.
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Drain.
25
Arrange spaghetti in warm serving bowls.
26
Spoon over meatballs and sauce.
27
Top with parmesan and some small basil leaves if desired.

789

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g beef mince, 1 small brown onion, grated, 1 carrot, peeled & grated, ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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