Classic Spaghetti & Meatballs

Family favorite with tender meatballs in rich tomato sauce. Kid-approved comfort food that brings everyone together.

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Italian
  • meatballs
  • spaghetti
  • family
  • italian
  • comfort-food
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Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1lbGround beef
  • 1/2cupBreadcrumbs
  • 1/2cupParmesan cheese, grated
  • 1eggLarge egg
  • 3clovesGarlic, minced
  • 1lbSpaghetti
  • 2jarsMarinara sauce
  • 2tbspOlive oil
  • 1/4cupFresh basil, chopped

Nutrition

Calories

520

87 per serving

Protein

32g

64% DV

Fat

18g

26% DV

Carbs

58g

19% DV

Macronutrient Breakdown

Protein25%
Fat31%
Carbs45%
Fiber
4g
Sodium
820mg

% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Form into 20-24 meatballs.

  3. 3

    Brown meatballs in oil for 8 minutes.

    8m
  4. 4

    Add marinara sauce, simmer 15 minutes.

    15m
  5. 5

    Cook spaghetti according to package directions.

  6. 6

    Serve meatballs over spaghetti with basil.