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 loaf fresh ciabatta, crusts removed, whirred in a blender or food processor to make crumbs (about 2 cups); ⅓ cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 cup minced bacon about 3 slices; 1/2 pound ground pork shoulder; 1/2 pound ground veal; 1/2 pound ground beef chuck; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound spaghetti; 2 cups marinara sauce; Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Servings: persons

1 loaf fresh ciabatta, crusts removed, whirred in a blender or food processor to make crumbs (about 2 cups)
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup minced bacon about 3 slices
1/2 pound ground pork shoulder
1/2 pound ground veal
1/2 pound ground beef chuck
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound spaghetti
2 cups marinara sauce
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

1
Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and cream.
2
Let it sit for 5 minutes, then mash the mixture with a fork.
3
Mix in the oregano, pepper flakes, black pepper, salt and bacon.
4
Gently work in the pork, veal and beef.
5
Be careful not to knead it into oblivion, or the meatballs will be tough little pebbles.
6
Fry a little of the mixture in some butter and oil in a skillet and taste, adjusting seasonings.
7
Roll into small meatballs, about an inch across.
8
(If you have a kitchen scale, measure an ounce apiece.)
9
Heat the oven to 375 degrees.
10
In a large saute pan, warm the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
11
Brown the meatballs, turning every couple of minutes.
12
(Work in batches if they wont all fit in the pan.)
13
Transfer them to a roasting pan big enough to hold them all.
14
Pour 2 cups of cold water into the pan and transfer it to the oven to bake for 20 to 30 minutes or so, until the meatballs are cooked through.
15
Transfer to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
16
Boil the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water, and heat the marinara sauce in a pot.
17
When the spaghetti is tender, toss it with the sauce.
18
Season to taste.
19
Put the cheese in a bowl and set it on the table.
20
Make sure to ask your family if they want their meatballs on top of the spaghetti or on the side.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf fresh ciabatta, crusts removed, whirred in a blender or food processor to make crumbs (about 2 cups), ⅓ cup heavy cream, 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped, 1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, 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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