This classic Spaghetti & Meatballs recipe is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for fall. Featuring tender meatballs, a garlicky tomato sauce, and al dente spaghetti, it's a cozy and satisfying meal that's sure to please.
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the US national average.
Skill Level Medium | Cook Time 50 min | Servings 4 | Serving Size 1 plate (2 cups pasta, 3-4 meatballs) | Est. Cost $12.0 |
Est. Calories 650 per serving | Carbs 58g (21%) | Protein 36g (72%) | Fats 32g (49%) | Daily Diet 2000 cal (33%) |
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet, the US national average.
ground beef
1 lb
egg
1 piece
breadcrumbs
0.5 cup
cream
2 tbsp
or milk
garlic
4 clove
minced
fresh parsley
2 tbsp
finely chopped
grated parmesan
¼ cup
red pepper flakes
¼ tsp
optional
salt
1 to-taste
pepper
1 to-taste
olive oil
4 tbsp
butter
1 piece
for frying
ground beef
1 lb
egg
1 piece
breadcrumbs
0.5 cup
cream
2 tbsp
or milk
garlic
4 clove
minced
fresh parsley
2 tbsp
finely chopped
grated parmesan
¼ cup
red pepper flakes
¼ tsp
optional
salt
1 to-taste
pepper
1 to-taste
olive oil
4 tbsp
butter
1 piece
for frying
shallot
1 piece
finely diced
tomato sauce
1 cup
or crushed tomatoes
cooking wine
1 piece
red or white
fresh basil
1 handful
torn
In a large bowl, mix ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, cream, 2 cloves of minced garlic, parsley, parmesan, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until just combined. Roll into meatballs.
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté 2 cloves of minced garlic and shallot until fragrant. Pour in tomato sauce and a splash of cooking wine. Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
Add the meatballs back into the sauce, cover, and let simmer on low for 15–20 minutes until cooked through and flavorful.
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Toss the noodles with a splash of the pasta water and some sauce.
Serve the spaghetti topped with meatballs, more sauce, fresh basil, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan.
