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Gli SPAGHETTI CON LE POLPETTE che l'America ci ha rubato! Chef Max Mariola e @vincenzosplate

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Pasta with Meatballs

Cultural Context

Pasta with meatballs, a staple of Italian-American cuisine, reflects the immigrant experience of adapting traditional recipes. Originating from Southern Italy, where meatballs were often served separately, the dish became popular in the United States, especially in New York City. Today, it is a beloved comfort food worldwide, with variations that include different types of pasta and sauces.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Spaghetti alla chitarra artigianali
Carne macinata
Pomodoro a pera abruzzese
Pecorino romano
Uova
Cipollotto
Cipolla
Sedano
Carote
Basilico
Olio e.v.o. calabrese
Sale
Pepe

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Fresh tomatoes provide a lighter taste, while tomato paste is budget-friendly.

spaghetti

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from other grains

Whole wheat pasta offers more fiber.

1

Preparare il soffritto con cipolla, cipollotto, sedano e carote.

2

Preparare l'impasto per le polpette con carne macinata, uova, pecorino romano, basilico, sale e pepe.

3

Formare le pallotte (polpette) dalla miscela di carne.

4

Preparare la salsa di pomodoro utilizzando il pomodoro a pera abruzzese.

5

Cuocere le pallotte nella salsa di pomodoro.

6

Cuocere gli spaghetti alla chitarra in acqua salata.

7

Mantecare la pasta con la salsa e le polpette.

8

Impiattare e servire.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingmixingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Spaghetti and MeatballsPasta al Ragu
Local Name: Pasta con Polpette

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