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Best Ever Spaghetti and Meatballs

This Best Ever Spaghetti and Meatballs is a comforting classic! Juicy meatballs in rich sauce served over perfectly cooked spaghetti.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb 10 oz pasta sauce
  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cooking thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Italian seasoned bread crumbs, sea salt, black pepper, flour, and the egg. Mix everything together until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
  2. With your hands, roll the meat mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball. You should get around 12-15 meatballs depending on the size you choose.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. They do not need to be fully cooked at this stage, as they will finish cooking in the sauce.
  4. Once the meatballs are browned, carefully pour the pasta sauce over them in the skillet. Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes on low heat, allowing the meatballs to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
  5. While the meatballs are simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss everything together, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze meatballs and sauce separately for up to 2 months.
  • Add a splash of water when reheating to prevent sticking.