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Spaghetti and Meatballs

Cultural Context

Spaghetti and meatballs is a quintessential Italian-American dish that has become a staple in many households across the United States. It reflects the adaptation of Italian cuisine to American tastes and ingredients, often featuring larger meatballs and a hearty tomato sauce. While its origins can be traced back to Italian immigrants, the dish has evolved into a beloved comfort food, commonly served at family gatherings and celebrations.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g minced chicken or ground beef
2 minced garlic cloves
1 chopped onion
1/2 tsp rosemary
1/2 tsp thyme
salt
pepper
parsley (optional)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 pc egg
1 tbsp milk
1/4 cup Parmesan
spaghetti
salt (for boiling water)
olive oil
pomodoro passata
1 tsp Black Pepper Italian Seasoning
Italian basil

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor, while a cheese blend can be more budget-friendly.

1

In a bowl, add 500g minced chicken or ground beef.

2

Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped onion, 1/2 tsp rosemary, 1/2 tsp thyme, salt, pepper, and parsley (optional).

3

Add 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 pc egg, and 1 tbsp milk, and 1/4 cup Parmesan.

4

Mix everything well.

5

Grease hands with oil and roll the mixture into small meatballs.

6

Deep fry the meatballs over medium heat until golden brown. Don’t overcook!

7

Meanwhile, boil spaghetti in salted water.

8

Sauté 2 garlic cloves in olive oil.

9

Add pomodoro passata to the pan.

10

Add 1 tsp Black Pepper Italian Seasoning.

11

Now add the meatballs into the sauce and simmer for 6-8 minutes.

12

Remove meatballs and discard garlic.

13

Adjust pasta water as needed for consistency.

14

Add a few Italian basils to the sauce.

15

Drain spaghetti and toss with the sauce or serve under the meatballs.

16

Garnish with Parmesan and herbs.

17

Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Spaghetti with Meatballs

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