What is Better than this Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe?

The amount of times I have stressed out about what to make for dinner that will please the pickiest eater I have for a son. Fortunately, a classic spaghetti and meatballs recipe never fails to please the fussiest of eaters. I’d like to brag a little about my skills with this recipe because every time I make this, I’m left in awe. After all, who doesn’t love a deliciously seasoned meatball served over al dente pasta? Especially, if you’re looking for an easy prep recipe without a lot of effort, you’re at the right place. 

Meatballs that are tender on the inside and flavorful, simmered in a delicious marinara sauce, you’re in for an ultimate Italian food experience. If you’re a carb lover like me, you might want to bookmark this recipe to make when you have a craving.

The key to getting the most tender meatballs is using a combination of different meats. You can easily find a meatloaf mix at the market or you can make a blend at home using half beef and half pork. It is ideal to use the authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano for this recipe as it can significantly level up your dish.

What you need:

  • Spaghetti Noodles
  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Egg
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Garlic
  • Chopped Parsley and bay leaves
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Oregano
  • Olive Oil
  • Marinara Sauce

Step by Step guide:

  1. Take a large bowl and crack in an egg. Then drop chopped parsley, basil and garlic. Give them a good stir and then add in your seasonings like oregano, salt, pepper, garlic and water; whisk all these ingredients well.
  2. Now time to add in the meatball recipe, breadcrumbs, meat and the Parmigiano Reggiano.
  3. Use your hands to mix until combined.
  4. Form into 1 1/2″ meatballs. Take an ungreased baking sheet and place the meatballs on it.
  5. Bake the meatball in the oven for 10 minutes.
  6. Take the sheet out and turn the meatball using a spatula.
  7. Place them in the oven again and let them bake for another 10 minutes until they are nicely cooked and brown.
  8. Take a skillet and oil. Place it on medium heat and sauté 1 cup of chopped onions. Then add minced garlic and stir for a minute.
  9. Pour in 2 cans of crushed tomatoes and 2 bay leaves. Stir the mixture until it comes to boil.
  10. Add the seasonings of your choice.
  11. Place the meatballs into the sauce and let simmer for 10 minutes. Meatballs will be tender and sauce will be thickened.
  12. In the meanwhile, let your spaghetti pasta cook in boiling water. Once it is done. Drain the water and toss the noodles with the marinara sauce and meatballs.
  13. Serve in a dish and top it with fresh basil and grated cheese (as much as you like)

The final result will make you swoon! Enjoy.