MAMMA MIA, SPAGHETTI SAUCE AND MEATBALLS!

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These meatballs and spaghetti sauce always get rave reviews when served to new friends and faces. It's not a difficult recipe, but it does take a few hours to make. It's totally worth it when your whole house is filled with the aroma of fresh tomato and spices! NOTE: The sauce is delicious even without the meatballs cooked in...

Provided by Megan Berg

Categories     Beef

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

WHATTA MEATBALL!
2 lb lean ground beef
2 large eggs
1 clove garlic, crushed or pressed
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 c breadcrumbs (italian seasoned or plain)
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp minced (or dried) parsley
TOMATO SAUCINESS
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 c grated parmesan
4 can(s) crushed tomatoes
2 Tbsp chopped (or dried) parsley
2-3 bay leaves
2 Tbsp dried basil
1/2 c dry red wine (i typically use a shiraz)
2 Tbsp dried oregano
3 clove garlic, minced or pressed

Steps:

  • 1. Combine ALL meatball ingredients into a large bowl. Mix well. Roll into tightly packed balls, approximately 2 inches in diameter. Fry over medium heat until browned on all sides. Place aside on a plate or pan.
  • 2. In a large pot or saucepan, sauté onion in olive oil until soft. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes longer.
  • 3. Add parsley, bay leaves, basil, and oregano. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • 4. Add remaining ingredients and stir well, simmering for at least 30 minutes.
  • 5. *If you are cooking meatballs* Carefully drop the browned meatballs into the sauce. Simmer for at least 90 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning on the bottom of the pot.

Mudsser Khan
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Mr Maadi
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Eri Kastrati
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I've tried many spaghetti and meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful and the meatballs are so tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


kiptoo kelvin
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Benji
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Shakeel Bashir
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


U I Music
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I've tried many spaghetti and meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful and the meatballs are so tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


Bridget Obaigwa
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Woazed Hosen
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Nour Belazi
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul wandaz
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were amazing. The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Trisha McGraw
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kalema Yasin
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdullah Asif
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


lloyd erica
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I've tried many spaghetti and meatball recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sauce is so flavorful and the meatballs are so tender. I highly recommend this recipe!


Delrita hayes
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Real Magnet
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Mamma Mia! This spaghetti sauce and meatballs recipe is a true winner. The sauce is rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. The meatballs are tender and juicy. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it!