Spaghetti and Meatballs

Name: Spaghetti and Meatballs
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef; 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs; 1/2 cup milk; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup); 1 egg; 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup); 1 clove garlic, finely chopped; 1 can (28 ounces) whole tomatoes, undrained; 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti; Grated Parmesan cheese

4 steps

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:52:34 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories740.3 kcal (37%)

Total Fat29.7 g (42%)

Carbs80.8 g (31%)

Sugars12.4 g (14%)

Protein36.8 g (74%)

Sodium1048.5 mg (52%)

Fiber7.3 g (26%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Heat oven to 350°. Mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Place in ungreased jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until beef is no longer pink in center and juice is clear.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat oil in Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook onion and garlic in oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender.

Step 3

Stir in remaining Sauce ingredients except spaghetti and cheese, breaking up tomatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add meatballs to sauce. Cover and simmer 15 minutes. Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package. Place spaghetti on large platter. Top with meatballs and sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.