Made with AI
Spaghetti with Italian Meatballs
Ingredients
- spaghetti400 g
- ground beef500 g
- tomato sauce2 cups
- chopped fresh basil0,25 cup
- grated Parmesan cheese0,25 cup
- olive oil1 tablespoon
- salt1 teaspoon
- black pepper0,5 teaspoon
- Italian seasoning1 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 3
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
- 5
Once the meatballs are browned, add the tomato sauce to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.
- 6
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss gently to combine and ensure the spaghetti is well coated with the sauce.
- 7
Serve the spaghetti and meatballs hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
