TEX-MEX MEATBALLS WITH SPAGHETTI

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 1/2 pounds ground chuck
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 cup sweet red pepper, cored, cleaned and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 cups green pepper, cored, cleaned and cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper (optional)
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup water
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
8 cups water
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound spaghetti
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • To make the meatballs, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a small skillet and add the onions and garlic. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Let cool.
  • Combine all ingredients except remaining tablespoon of oil, and blend well.
  • Shape the mixture into 20 or more 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet and add the meatballs. Cook over medium heat, turning so they brown evenly, about 10 minutes. Keep them warm.
  • To make the sauce, heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the remaining ingredients, blend well and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add the meatballs and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti.
  • Put the water, salt and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil into a large kettle.
  • Bring to a boil, add the spaghetti and cook to the desired degree of doneness. Drain and return the spaghetti to the kettle. Add the remaining olive oil and butter and toss. Serve immediately with the meatballs and sauce.

Volkswagen Maniac
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This recipe is a fail. The meatballs fell apart and the sauce was tasteless.


Prince Kalyar
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Worst meatballs I've ever had. Don't waste your time with this recipe.


Atang Gabriel
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I would not recommend this recipe. The meatballs were dry and the sauce was watery.


Cristian Torres
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Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. The meatballs were a bit bland and the sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste.


Jisan Jr
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I'm not a big fan of Tex-Mex food, but these meatballs were surprisingly good.


Marian Labno
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Kimoy Heath
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients.


Ruby Hooper
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover spaghetti.


kopa
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I used ground turkey instead of beef and the meatballs were still very flavorful.


Badsha Mobile
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I made these meatballs in my slow cooker and they turned out perfectly. So easy and convenient!


Faith Makubetsa
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I found the meatballs to be a bit too spicy, but my husband loved them.


Fatima Njie
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These meatballs were a little dry for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Shahzaib Maqsood
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I love the Tex-Mex flavors in these meatballs. They're a fun and unique twist on a classic dish.


Faizan Alee
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This recipe was easy to follow and the meatballs turned out great. I will definitely be making these again.


MD Toufikolislam
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I made these meatballs for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Elizabeth Wiggins
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These meatballs were amazing! So juicy and flavorful. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.