Meatballs with Tomato Pasta
Meatballs with tomato pasta is one of the most popular and well-known dishes in Italian cuisine, loved worldwide. The original recipe has Southern Italian roots but has spread throughout America and Europe over the years. As the tomato sauce slowly simmers on the stove, the aromas fill the kitchen and whet your appetite. The perfectly seasoned, juicy meatballs cooked in the rich tomato sauce become even more flavorful, while the pasta provides the perfect base for this classic dish. This dish is an ideal choice for family lunches or dinners with friends. Adding grated Parmesan and fresh basil when serving will make the taste experience even more special and authentic.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper.
2
Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about the size of walnuts).
3
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 6-8 minutes, until browned on all sides. Set aside.
4
In the same skillet, sauté the finely chopped onion until softened. Pour in the passata.
5
Add the basil, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for 10 minutes over low heat.
6
Return the meatballs to the tomato sauce and cook for another 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7
Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain well.
8
Serve the meatballs with the tomato sauce and cooked spaghetti. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
