Few meals feel as comforting and satisfying as a big plate of spaghetti and meatballs. Tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce and served over perfectly cooked pasta create the kind of comfort food that never goes out of style. It’s hearty, filling, and packed with those cozy Italian-inspired flavors that make dinner feel a little more special, even on an ordinary weeknight.
One of the best things about spaghetti and meatballs is how versatile and family-friendly it is. The sauce slowly develops flavor as it cooks, coating every strand of pasta while the meatballs stay juicy and flavorful. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese and a side of garlic bread turn it into the kind of meal everyone looks forward to, whether it’s a busy Tuesday night or a relaxed Sunday dinner at home.
Spaghetti and meatballs also happens to make amazing leftovers, with the flavors tasting even better the next day. It’s the kind of classic recipe that brings people around the table and never really goes out of fashion. Simple ingredients, rich homemade flavor, and a comforting bowl of pasta are sometimes exactly what dinner needs.
How to make spaghetti and meatballs
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumb
- 2 pieces garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 box spaghetti
- 1 jar sauce (Carbone marinara)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- In a large bowl combine ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, and salt. Let rest in bowl for 20 minuts
- Form the meat into balls (about 2 tbsp of meat to make each ball) and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet
- Bake for 18 minutes, remove from the oven, and let the baking sheet rest on the counter for 10 minutes
- While the meatballs are baking warm the jar sauce in sauce pan. Once the meatballs are rest place them in the sauce pan and continue to cook on low until ready to eat.
- Prepare the spaghetti to the box instructions.
