Meatballs with sauce and spaghetti

Delicious Meatballs with Sauce and Spaghetti Recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Meatballs with sauce and spaghetti is a classic, savory, and comforting dish, perfect for a family dinner. This dish combines tender meatballs with a rich tomato sauce and spaghetti. Whether you are a cooking enthusiast or a beginner, this simple recipe will help you achieve a delicious result.

Ingredients:

For the meatballs:
- 700 g ground pork (or a mix of pork and beef)
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon chili (optional, for a bit of heat)
- 3 slices of bread (preferably stale bread)
- 3 cloves of garlic (crushed or finely chopped)

For the sauce:
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 5 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)
- 5 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 ml water
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt and pepper to taste

For serving:
- 300 g spaghetti
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preparing the meatballs: Start by soaking the slices of bread in water for a few minutes, then squeeze them well to remove excess water. In a large bowl, add the ground meat, squeezed bread, egg, salt, pepper, chili, and garlic. Mix the ingredients well with your hands until you get a homogeneous mixture. You can use gloves to avoid garlic smell on your hands.

2. Forming the meatballs: From the mixture obtained, form meatballs of the desired size (about 3-4 cm in diameter). Make sure to shape them well so they don't fall apart during cooking.

3. Preparing the sauce: In a large pan, add a little oil and sauté the finely chopped onion over medium heat until it becomes translucent. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for another minute, being careful not to burn it. Add the tomato paste and mix well, allowing it to fry for 2-3 minutes. This step will enhance the flavors of the sauce.

4. Cooking the meatballs: Meanwhile, heat a pan with oil over medium heat. Add the formed meatballs and fry them on all sides until golden (about 10-15 minutes). Once fried, transfer them to the pan with the tomato sauce.

5. Finalizing the sauce: Add water to the pan and mix well. Let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes, then add the flour diluted in a little water to thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Preparing the spaghetti: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add salt. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions, then drain.

7. Serving: On each plate, arrange portions of spaghetti, add meatballs with tomato sauce on top, and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for an extra touch of freshness. You can also add grated Parmesan cheese if you like.

A unique detail: For a more intense flavor, you can add a few black olives or capers to the sauce. Additionally, the meatballs can also be baked if you prefer a healthier option. This meatballs with sauce and spaghetti recipe will surely become a favorite in your home! Enjoy every bite!

 Ingredients: Meatballs: 700 g pork/mince 1 egg, salt, pepper, chili 3 slices of bread garlic Sauce: 1 onion 5 cloves of garlic 5 tablespoons of tomato paste 400 ml water 2 tablespoons of flour salt, pepper 300 g spaghetti parsley