**Discover the Classic Comfort of Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs: A Journey Through Italian-American Culinary Delights**
In the realm of comfort food, few dishes evoke the same sense of nostalgia and warmth as Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs. This iconic Italian-American classic is a symphony of flavors that brings families and friends together. With its tender spaghetti, succulent meatballs, and rich tomato sauce, it's a dish that holds a special place in many hearts.
This comprehensive article offers a culinary expedition into the world of Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs, providing two delectable recipes that capture the essence of this timeless dish. The first recipe takes you on a traditional journey, using simple, wholesome ingredients to create a classic version of the dish. The second recipe adds a modern twist, introducing a flavorful twist with the addition of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Both recipes are accompanied by step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, ensuring that even novice cooks can create a masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting your culinary adventure, these recipes will guide you towards creating a dish that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs. Let the aromas of garlic, basil, and oregano fill your kitchen as you bring this Italian-American favorite to life.
MOM'S HEARTY SPAGHETTI
Flavored with Italian sausage and dotted with tender meatballs, the savory from-scratch sauce made this dish one of my mom's most-requested. We five kids were always thrilled to hear it was on the menu. -Grace Yaskovic, Branchville, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. add beef and mix well. Shape into eight meatballs. Brown in a Dutch oven over medium heat; drain and set meatballs aside. , In the same pan, cook sausage, onion and green pepper until vegetables are tender; drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, tomato paste, garlic and seasonings. Add meatballs; stir gently. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2-3 hours. Serve over spaghetti; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
MOM'S SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS
I came from a big family and we grew up in the 60's and 70's. During those times we didn't have a lot of money and we ate a lot of processed and boxed foods. We visited food pantries a lot and wasn't able to obtain a lot of whole fresh foods as often as we would of liked to. But, mom always knew a way to make food taste great....
Provided by barbara lentz
Categories Pasta
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Soak the bread in the buttermilk. With your hands break down the bread into tiny crumbles almost liquefying it in the milk.
- 2. Mix the milk and bread mixture with all ingredients for meatballs. Incorporate all ingredients well then roll into desired size balls.
- 3. Preheat oven 350 degrees. Add some oil to a large skillet. Brown the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Rotate the pan to roll the balls around to get them a good sear. Remove meatball with slotted spoon and place on baking sheet. When all the meatballs have been browned. Place in oven and bake 10 to 20 minutes depending on size of balls or until done.
- 4. Meanwhile cook spaghetti and drain. Heat up the sauce.
- 5. To plate place spaghetti on a plate. Place meatballs on top of spaghetti. Top with sauce and parmesan cheese
SPAGHETTI MEATBALL SUPPER
It was such a joy to come home and find my mom making spaghetti and meatballs for dinner. This recipe has always been dear to my heart. -Debbie Heggie, Laramie, Wyoming
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, combine the first 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally., For meatballs, preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs and water; let stand 5 minutes. Stir in eggs, cheese, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Add beef and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place meatballs on a greased rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 15-20 minutes or until cooked through. Add meatballs to sauce, stirring gently to combine. Serve with spaghetti. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meatball mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring gently and adding a little water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 798mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
MOM'S ITALIAN MEATBALLS
These are very cheesey. Unfortunately, they can fall apart while frying. If they do, just scrape up the bits and put that in your spaghetti sauce also. It's hard not to eat them all up as they come out of the pan, they're that good.
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories Meat
Time 1h
Yield 20 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Soak bread in some water for 2 or 3 minutes, then squeeze out moisture.
- Combine bread with everything else except olive oil, mixing well.
- Form in small balls (about 20).
- Brown slowly in oil, watching closely to prevent scorching.
- Add to spaghetti sauce.
- Cook 30 minutes in the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 43.8, Sodium 221.6, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 10.1
MAMA'S BEST EVER SPAGHETTI AND MOZZARELLA MEATBALLS
Baked homemade meatballs are served over hot spaghetti with lots of sauce and grated Parmesan cheese.
Provided by RAGÚ®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ragu®
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a large rimmed baking sheet with olive oil.
- Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, mozzarella cheese, and garlic in a medium bowl. Use a 1/4 cup measure or ice cream scoop to portion into 12 to 13 meatballs. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Baked until browned and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Bring the Ragu® Sauce to a simmer in a 12-inch skillet. Gently place the cooked meatballs into the sauce. Simmer 10 minutes.
- Ladle some of the sauce over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve with more sauce and the meatballs with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.8 calories, Carbohydrate 58.4 g, Cholesterol 94.1 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 30.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1006 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your spaghetti and meatballs.
- Don't overcook the meatballs. They should be cooked through, but still tender and juicy.
- Make sure the sauce is flavorful and well-seasoned. You can adjust the seasonings to your own taste.
- Serve the spaghetti and meatballs with plenty of grated Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover ground beef. These tips will help you make the best spaghetti and meatballs possible.
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