Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Name: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck beef; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon basil; Salt; Pepper; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 green pepper, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, smashed; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano; 2 large jars tomato sauce; Sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh parsley, cut

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground chuck beef
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 eggs
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
Salt
Pepper
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 green pepper, chopped
4 cloves garlic, smashed
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
2 large jars tomato sauce
Sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh parsley, cut

1
In large bowl combine beef, onion, eggs and bread crumbs.
2
Season with oregano, basil, salt and pepper.
3
Mix well.
4
Form medium sized meatballs and set aside.
5
In a heavy pot heat olive oil.
6
Add meatballs 4 or 5 at a time and cook until well browned.
7
Remove to a plate.
8
In large pot cook onion in olive oil over medium heat.
9
Add green pepper and garlic.
10
Cook until tender.
11
Add bay leaf, red pepper flakes, oregano and basil.
12
Add tomato sauce and simmer for an hour.
13
Stir in a pinch of sugar and parsley.
14
Serve with meatballs over pasta

711

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground chuck beef, 1/2 cup onion, chopped, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs, 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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