Easy Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs (Juicy, Flavorful & Family Favorite
Looking for the best homemade spaghetti and meatballs recipe that’s rich, comforting, and easy to make? This classic Italian-style spaghetti and meatballs is made with juicy beef meatballs simmered in a thick, savory tomato sauce—perfect for weeknight dinners or family meals.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✔ Made with 100% beef meatballs
- ✔ Rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce for deep flavor
- ✔ Perfect family dinner recipe everyone will love
- ✔ Great for meal prep and leftovers
- ✔ Simple ingredients, restaurant-quality results
Ingredients
For the Homemade Tomato Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) whole Italian tomatoes
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- 1 cup water
For the Juicy Beef Meatballs
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
- ⅓ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup finely diced onion
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
Pasta
- 1 pound spaghetti
Instructions
Make the Flavorful Tomato Sauce
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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