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Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

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A classic and comforting Easy Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe featuring juicy homemade meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti pasta. This simple dish comes together quickly on the stovetop, making it perfect for a delicious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. Italian sausage meat
  • 2 and 1/2 tsp. salt, divided

Sauce and Pasta

  • 1 large jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
  • 12 oz. spaghetti

Instructions

  1. Boil Water: Fill a large pot with water and add 2 teaspoons of salt. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat to prepare for cooking the spaghetti.
  2. Prepare Meat Mixture: While waiting for the water to boil, in a large bowl, combine the ground beef and Italian sausage meat. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt over the meat. Mix gently with your hands just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep meatballs tender.
  3. Shape Meatballs: Form the meat mixture into 16 evenly sized golf-ball shaped meatballs for consistent cooking.
  4. Brown Meatballs: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 3 minutes, until the bottoms are nicely browned. Flip them over to brown the other side.
  5. Simmer in Sauce: Pour the marinara sauce over the browned meatballs in the skillet and bring it up to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to low and let the meatballs cook at a low simmer for 4-5 minutes, or until the meatballs are no longer pink inside. Turn off the heat and cover the skillet to keep warm.
  6. Cook Spaghetti: As the meatballs begin simmering in the sauce, add spaghetti to the boiling salted water. Cook according to package instructions or until desired doneness. Drain well.
  7. Serve: Divide the cooked spaghetti among four plates. Remove the lid from the meatballs, stir gently, and spoon the meatballs and sauce evenly over the pasta. Serve immediately for a hearty, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For best texture, avoid overmixing the meat mixture to keep meatballs tender.
  • You can substitute Italian sausage with pork sausage if Italian sausage is unavailable.
  • Leftover meatballs and sauce make great leftovers or can be frozen for future meals.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese as a garnish if desired.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before serving.

Keywords: spaghetti and meatballs, easy meatballs, Italian pasta recipe, homemade meatballs, weeknight dinner, quick spaghetti

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