Spaghetti with Meatballs and Tomato Sauce 😍🍷😊

Spaghetti with Meatballs and Tomato Sauce 😍🍷😊

For the meatballs:

500g ground meat (beef, pork, or a mixture)

1 egg

50g breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons milk

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Olive oil for frying

For the tomato sauce:

800g canned peeled tomatoes (or fresh ripe tomatoes, skinned and seeded)

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

1 teaspoon dried basil (or fresh leaves)

Salt and pepper to taste

For the spaghetti:

400g spaghetti

Salt for the cooking water Cooking

Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Preparing the meatballs

: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, milk, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix well until a smooth dough forms.

Shape the mixture into small balls (about the size of walnuts, about 2-3 cm in diameter).

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until golden brown on the outside (about 5-7 minutes), turning them over to cook evenly. Set aside.

2. Making the tomato sauce:

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Add the peeled tomatoes (slightly crush them if using whole) and sugar (if using). Season with salt, pepper, and basil.

Simmer the sauce over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. If desired, use a blender for a smoother sauce.

Add the meatballs to the sauce and cook for another 10 minutes over low heat, allowing them to absorb the flavors.

3. Cook the spaghetti:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt. Once boiling, cook the spaghetti according to package directions (usually 8-10 minutes for al dente).

Drain the spaghetti, reserving some of the cooking water (optional, to adjust the sauce's consistency).

4. Assemble the dish:

Toss the spaghetti with the tomato sauce and meatballs, or serve the spaghetti with the sauce and meatballs on top.

Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and, if desired, more fresh parsley.