Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients

• 200g spaghetti
• 250g ground beef or beef/pork mix
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups tomato pasta sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs:
   In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Shape into small balls.
2. Cook the Meatballs:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
3. Simmer in Sauce:
   Pour tomato sauce into the skillet. Return meatballs to the pan, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, until cooked through.
4. Cook the Spaghetti:
   Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain.
5. Serve:
   Serve spaghetti topped with meatballs and sauce. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley.