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Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce Recipe
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Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with our Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce Recipe. This hearty dish features tender meatballs made from ground beef and pork, simmered in a rich and tangy marinara sauce, served with a side of al dente spaghetti. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. With its bold flavors and satisfying texture, this Italian classic is sure to leave you wanting more.
Time Cook
30
Level
Intermediate
Calories
520
Allergens
Gluten, Dairy, Meat
Ingredients
1 pound
Ground Beef
350 Calories
1/2 pound
Ground Pork
250 Calories
1/2 cup
Breadcrumbs
50 Calories
1/2 cup
Parmesan Cheese
50 Calories
1
Egg
70 Calories
2 cups
Marinara Sauce
200 Calories
1 pound
Spaghetti
350 Calories
1/4 cup
Fresh Basil
10 Calories
to taste
Salt
0 Calories
to taste
Black Pepper
0 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
2
Use your hands to shape the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter. You should end up with around 20-25 meatballs.
3
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each meatball to allow for even cooking. Drizzle with a little bit of olive oil and gently roll them around to coat evenly.
4
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
5
While the meatballs are baking, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling, salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
6
In a large skillet, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for a few minutes to coat the meatballs in the sauce.
7
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss everything together, adding some reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
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