SIMPLE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS

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This pasta favorite is guaranteed to please every member of your family.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, grated (1 cup)
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving (optional)
1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1 large egg
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound ground beef sirloin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium carrot, grated
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
12 ounces spaghetti

Steps:

  • Heat broiler with rack 4 inches from heat source. In a medium bowl, mix 1/4 cup onion, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, 1 teaspoon coarse salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until combined. Add beef; mix gently until combined. With moistened hands, form beef mixture into 16 balls (each equal to 2 level tablespoons). Place on a rimmed baking sheet, and broil until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium. Add carrot, remaining 3/4 cup onion, and remaining 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add crushed tomatoes and tomato sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, and add meatballs. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Add pasta to boiling water 10 minutes before meatballs are cooked; cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot. Add meatballs and tomato sauce to pasta; toss to combine. Serve with additional Parmesan, if desired.

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I would not recommend this recipe.


sushant kausal
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This recipe was not very good. The meatballs were tough and the sauce was bland.


Destany Arvallo
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I liked this recipe, but I thought the meatballs were a bit too dry.


HAMZA mumtaz
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This was a great recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


irfan shaker
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spaghetti and meatballs.


Ahmadullah Ashrafi
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The meatballs were delicious and the sauce was amazing.


Blanche Lloyd
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the meatballs turned out great. My family loved them!


Singhe Gems
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This was the best spaghetti and meatballs I've ever had. The meatballs were so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Chibuike Ani
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meatballs turned out perfect. They were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shihab Afridy
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This recipe was a disaster. The meatballs were dry and tough, and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.


UnicornPlayz
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I'm not a huge fan of spaghetti and meatballs, but this recipe was actually really good. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfectly seasoned.


Aidan Horrigan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the meatballs were delicious. I used ground turkey instead of beef and it turned out great.


Dinesh Joshi
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The meatballs were a bit dry, but the sauce was flavorful. I'll try adding some more moisture to the meatballs next time.


nakita heron
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The meatballs were delicious and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Kobir Khan Student
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I've made this spaghetti and meatballs recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly seasoned. I highly recommend this recipe!


Zakayo Kirui
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This spaghetti and meatballs recipe was incredibly easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The meatballs were flavorful and juicy, and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!