Step into the heart of Italian culinary tradition with our Spaghetti and Meatballs in Tomato Sauce recipe—a classic that transcends time and captivates with its comforting simplicity. This beloved dish invites you to savor the perfect marriage of al dente spaghetti, succulent meatballs, and a rich tomato sauce that embodies the essence of Italian home-cooked goodness.
Today’s dish is classic spaghetti with meatballs in a tomato sauce recipe. The sauce is one of the easiest that I could find with tomatoes involved. It has the right amount of spices and is hot enough for me.
The recipe for meatballs is pretty basic but with a twist. I will bake them in the oven while sautéing vegetables. The recipe is simple; just follow the steps listed below. Ingredients you can find everywhere. Spaghetti with meatballs is almost everybody’s favorite. I hope you will like my spin on this classic spaghetti recipe!
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In this gastronomic journey, we explore the art of crafting a dish that has graced tables and warmed hearts across generations. The tender, flavorful meatballs, nestled atop a bed of perfectly cooked spaghetti, harmonize with the robust tomato sauce to create a symphony of tastes that celebrates the heritage of Italian comfort cuisine.
Ingredients for Spaghetti with Meatballs:
- 400 g spaghetti;
- 400 g ground meat (ground beef and ground pork 50/50);
- 3 tbsp. breadcrumbs;
- 100 ml milk;
- 20 g parsley;
- 1 onion;
- 2 garlic cloves;
- 2 tbsps. flour.
Ingredients for Spaghetti Sauce:
- 500 g tomatoes;
- 1 chili pepper;
- 3 garlic cloves;
- 1 tsp. oregano;
- salt, pepper to taste;
- 1 tbsp. oil.
How to make spaghetti and meatballs:
- Pour milk into the bowl with breadcrumbs and leave it aside.
- Peel onion and garlic cloves, and chop them finely. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until golden and soft on medium-high heat. Let them cool down.
- Take a large bowl, and place the ground meat. Season with salt and pepper to your taste and add breadcrumbs (squeeze out milk first).
- Wash parsley under running water, chop it, and add to the bowl.
- Add cooled down sautéed vegetables. Stir all the ingredients in the bowl until well combined.
- Form walnut-sized meatballs with your hands and dredge them with flour. Place them on a baking tray covered with parchment paper. Bake them for 15 minutes at 425°F/220°C.
How to make sauce for spaghetti with meatballs:
- Chop peeled garlic and add it to the skillet with heated oil in it. Next, add chopped chili pepper and oregano. Sauté spices no more than a minute. The amount of chili pepper adjusts to your taste (you always can add less if you prefer not-so-hot dishes).
- Peel tomatoes, cut them into small pieces, and add them to the skillet (you can use canned tomatoes in tomato juice instead of fresh ones).
- Sauté tomatoes with spices for 30 minutes. Then add baked meatballs, cover the skillet with a lead, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- While making sauce, let us boil water in a pot, and add a nice pinch of salt (as water for spaghetti should be slightly over-salted). Cook spaghetti according to the instructions on the package.
- Place cooked spaghetti on a plate and cover with tomato sauce and meatballs. Enjoy your meal!
If you have never tried this type of spaghetti, you definitely should change this. I am convinced everyone has his favorite spaghetti type, and you should see which one you like. Mine is pretty basic: a lot of sliced garlic, olive oil, chopped fresh herbs, and grated cheese. If you want me to share this recipe with you, comment below.
Wanted to remind you that you can always adjust recipes to your taste or whatever you have in your fridge. Choose the type of meat; add desired dry herbs and the amount of chili pepper. If you liked my recipe, share it with your friends.
Spaghetti and Meatballs in Tomato Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 400 g ground meat (ground beef and ground pork 50/50)
- 3 tbsp. breadcrumbs
- 100 ml milk
- 20 g parsley
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 8 tbsp. flour
- 500 g tomatoes
- 1 chili pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp. oregano
- salt, pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp. oil
Instructions
- Pour milk into the bowl with breadcrumbs and leave it aside.
- Peel onion and garlic cloves, and chop them finely. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until golden and soft on medium-high heat. Let them cool down.
- Take a large bowl, and place the ground meat. Season with salt and pepper to your taste and add breadcrumbs (squeeze out milk first).
- Wash parsley under running water, chop it, and add to the bowl.
- Add cooled down sautéed vegetables. Stir all the ingredients in the bowl until well combined.
- Form walnut-sized meatballs with your hands and dredge them with flour. Place them on a baking tray covered with parchment paper. Bake them for 15 minutes at 425°F/220°C.
- Chop peeled garlic and add it to the skillet with heated oil in it. Next, add chopped chili pepper and oregano. Sauté spices no more than a minute. The amount of chili pepper adjusts to your taste (you always can add less if you prefer not-so-hot dishes).
- Peel tomatoes and cut them into small pieces, and add them to the skillet (you can use canned tomatoes in tomato juice instead of fresh ones).
- Sauté tomatoes with spices for 30 minutes. Then add baked meatballs, cover the skillet with a lead, and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- While making sauce, let us boil water in a pot, and add a nice pinch of salt (as water for spaghetti should be slightly over-salted). Cook spaghetti according to the instructions on the package.
- Place cooked spaghetti on a plate and cover with tomato sauce and meatballs. Enjoy your meal!
If you love Italian cuisine or simply wish to experience a beloved classic, our Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe invites you to enjoy the joys of homemade Italian dishes.
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Prepare to immerse your kitchen in the delightful scent of simmering tomato sauce and flavorful meatballs, and enjoy a classic Italian dish. Join me on this culinary journey, where every bite transports us to Italy, celebrating the timeless joy of Spaghetti and Meatballs in Tomato Sauce.
Julia Miller is the founder of FreeFoodTips. Julia loves to travel and test new recipes. Here you will find recipes that are simple, delicious and perfect for everyday meals. FreeFoodTips is also packed with cooking tips and tricks.
