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🍝 The Best Spaghetti & Meatballs – A Comfort Food Classic!

Juicy meatballs, rich tomato sauce, and pasta perfection!

Hearty Meat Dishes 🍗

🍝 Saucy, hearty, and packed with flavor! 🍅🧄

Juicy, tender meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti—this is comfort food at its finest!

There’s something so satisfying about a big bowl of spaghetti & meatballs. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a special meal for family and friends, this dish always brings people together.

And the best part? It’s easier to make than you think! Let’s get started.

A hearty plate of spaghetti topped with meatballs in rich tomato sauce, garnished with cheese and parsley, served on a rustic wooden board.

🏆 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Melt-in-your-mouth meatballs – Packed with flavor, juicy, and tender.

Rich, homemade tomato sauce – Simmered to perfection.

Simple ingredients, big flavors – Nothing fancy, just pure deliciousness.

Family-friendly – A meal everyone will love!

Great for leftovers – Tastes even better the next day!

🍽️ Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • 500 g ground pork
  • 2 small onions, finely chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
  • 5 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tbsp black pepper
  • 100 g grated cheese (Parmesan or cheddar)

For Searing:

  • 45–50 ml oil
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

For the Tomato Sauce:

  • Leftover oil and onion from searing
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 500 g tomato purée
  • 250 ml water (adjust for consistency)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • ¾ tbsp basil
  • ½ tbsp salt
  • ¼ tbsp black pepper

For the Spaghetti:

  • 3 liters of water
  • 2–3 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 500 g spaghetti
  • 1–1.5 tbsp oil (to prevent sticking)

Homemade meatballs simmering in rich tomato sauce in a large pan on the stove.

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Meatballs

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped onions, garlic, breadcrumbs, cheese, egg, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix everything together until well combined, but don’t overwork the mixture!
  • Shape the mixture into even-sized meatballs (about the size of a golf ball).

2️⃣ Sear the Meatballs

  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs and sear them on all sides until golden brown (they don’t need to cook through yet).
  • Once seared, remove them from the pan and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Tomato Sauce

  • In the same pan, add the leftover onion and garlic from the meatballs.
  • Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until softened.
  • Add tomato purée, water, sugar, and seasonings, then stir everything together.
  • Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

4️⃣ Simmer the Meatballs

  • Carefully place the seared meatballs into the sauce.
  • Cover and let them simmer on low heat for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • This allows the flavors to meld beautifully, and the meatballs soak up the sauce!

5️⃣ Cook the Spaghetti

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  • Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking.

6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

  • Plate the spaghetti, top with meatballs & sauce, and sprinkle with extra cheese & fresh parsley.
  • Dig in and enjoy! 🍝🔥

🍽️ Best Ways to Serve Spaghetti & Meatballs

With warm garlic bread – Because extra carbs make everything better! 🥖

With a crisp side salad – A fresh contrast to the rich sauce. 🥗

With a glass of red wine – A classic pairing! 🍷

With extra parmesan – Because more cheese = more happiness! 🧀

🔎 Pro Tips & Variations

🔹 Want ultra-juicy meatballs? Use half pork, half beef for the best flavor!

🔹 Love a little spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

🔹 For a deeper flavor, stir in a splash of red wine while simmering.

🔹 Make-ahead tip: Freeze extra meatballs for a quick meal anytime!

🔹 Gluten-free option? Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles.

❓ Poll: What’s Your Favorite Pasta Dish?

🍝 Classic Spaghetti & Meatballs – A timeless favorite!

🧄 Creamy Garlic Alfredo – Rich, cheesy, and indulgent!

🥦 Pasta Primavera – Light, fresh, and full of veggies!

🔥 Spicy Arrabbiata – For those who love a little heat!

(Vote in the comments below!)

🔥 Final Thoughts

This Spaghetti & Meatballs recipe is a true comfort food classic. With tender meatballs, a rich, flavorful sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, it’s a dish everyone will love!

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