Best 5 Dee Dees Italian Meatballs And Pasta Recipes

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Dee Dee's Italian Meatballs and Pasta is a classic Italian-American dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and are seasoned with a blend of Italian herbs and spices. They are then simmered in a rich tomato sauce until they are tender and flavorful. The pasta is cooked al dente and tossed with the meatballs and sauce. This dish is also served with a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese.

In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes recipes for homemade meatballs, tomato sauce, and pasta dough. So, if you're feeling ambitious, you can make the entire dish from scratch. Or, if you're short on time, you can use store-bought ingredients. Either way, you'll end up with a delicious and satisfying meal that your family and friends will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN MEATBALL PASTA



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This Italian Meatball Pasta is an easy-to-make skillet dinner with Hamburger Helper™ Beef Pasta, precooked Italian-style meatballs and juicy tomatoes. Serve up a heaping plate of meatball pasta topped with melty cheese for a deliciously flavorful weeknight meal. And don't be surprised if people start asking for seconds after a single bite!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups hot water
1/2 cup milk
1 can (14.5 oz) petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 box (5.9 oz) Hamburger Helper™ Beef Pasta
32 frozen cooked Italian-style meatballs (1/2 oz each)
1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (4 oz)
Chopped fresh parsley leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened.
  • Add hot water, milk, tomatoes, and sauce mix (from box); stir to combine. Stir in uncooked pasta (from box) and frozen meatballs. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Remove from heat.
  • Top with cheese; cover and let stand 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1730 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g

ITALIAN CHICKEN MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Nonstick cooking spray, for the foil
2 pounds ground chicken
1/2 cup pesto
1/2 cup grated mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 cups arugula
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
1 cup halved yellow cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced jarred roasted peppers
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • For the meatballs: Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven and preheat on the broiler setting. Line a sheet pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • Add the chicken, pesto, mozzarella, Parmesan, balsamic glaze, salt, black pepper and crushed red pepper to a large bowl. Mix well with clean hands and form into 15 meatballs, about a third of a cup each, adding them to the prepared sheet pan as you go.
  • Broil until the meatballs are browned and cooked through (165 degrees F internally), 14 to 16 minutes.
  • For the salad: Add the arugula to a platter. Drizzle over the olive oil and balsamic glaze, then toss lightly. Top with the cherry tomatoes, peppers and Parmesan. Add the meatballs and serve.

DEE-LISH ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Another SUPER simple, yet very tastey recipe! This recipe makes A LOT of meatballs so you may want to cut it in half! We like to have a lot of leftovers for the next few days :)

Provided by ChefCiera

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs ground beef
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
2/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
3 minced garlic cloves
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup italian seasoning
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl.
  • Knead mixture with hands until thoroughly mixed.
  • Shape into meatballs.
  • Place meatballs in a pan WITH SIDES.
  • Pour beef broth over meatballs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 146.4, Sodium 713.2, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 33.2

DEE'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Dee's Swedish Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1 egg
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
2 -4 slices bread, dampened
1/4 cup oil
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can canned milk
1 (8 ounce) package sour cream
1 (16 ounce) bag extra wide egg noodles
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Mix the meat, seasonings, egg and onion.
  • Wet the bread with water before adding it to meat. Mush it all together and form little meat balls.
  • Heat oil in frying pan and add meatballs.
  • Don't move them to much or they will break.
  • When brown on both sides, take out.
  • Brown flour in same frying pan. Add water and canned milk to make gravy.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • in another pan while the balls are simmering.
  • make the egg noodles according to package directions; drain and add butter. and 1/2 the sour cream.
  • Add 1/2 the 8 oz pkg of sour cream to the meatballs at very end.
  • Serve over warm buttered sour creamed egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1457, Fat 68.4, SaturatedFat 29.3, Cholesterol 314.4, Sodium 605.1, Carbohydrate 160.2, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 70.8, Protein 51.3

SPAGHETTI WITH ITALIAN MEATBALLS



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Sharon Crider sends this hearty spaghetti dinner from Junction City, Kansas. "It's one of my family's favorite recipes," she writes. "We enjoy servings of the sauce with a variety of pasta."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (28 ounces) Italian crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
MEATBALLS:
4 slices white bread, torn
1/2 cup water
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, water, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, soak bread in water for 5 minutes. Squeeze out excess liquid. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, cheese, garlic, basil, parsley, salt and bread. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. In batches, brown meatballs, adding more oil as needed. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add meatballs to sauce; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink. , Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Serve with meatballs and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs and pasta.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Brown the meatballs well before adding them to the sauce. This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the meatballs and pasta with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. This will add a delicious finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Dee Dee's Italian meatballs and pasta is a classic dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give this recipe a try.

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