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Meatballs in tomato sauce with spaghetti served

Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Spaghetti

Meatballs in tomato sauce with spaghetti is a classic Italian dish that is known and loved worldwide. This dish offers the perfect harmony of meat and tomato sauce, which is complemented by the neutral taste of spaghetti. The dish is both filling and delicious, making it the perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Adding fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese will make it even more special.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 30 min
Total 50 min
750 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 500 g Ground pork
⭕ 50 g Breadcrumbs
⭕ 50 g Parmesan cheese
⭕ 1 Egg
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 1 pinch Salt
⭕ 1 pinch Black pepper
⭕ 500 ml Tomato sauce
⭕ 1 bunch Fresh basil
⭕ 400 g Spaghetti
⭕ 3 tbsp Olive oil
⭕ 2 l Water

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Place the ground pork in a large bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

    2

    Shape the mixture into small meatballs. Place them on a plate and let them rest for 10 minutes.

    3

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown them on all sides for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown.

    4

    Pour the tomato sauce into the skillet. Add a little water if the sauce is too thick. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.

    5

    Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.

    6

    To serve, place the spaghetti on plates, spoon the meatballs and tomato sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. You can also sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.