Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce
Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce features tender, well-seasoned beef meatballs simmered in a rich, garlicky tomato base with basil and a hint of sweetness. The slow-cooked sauce develops deep, rounded flavors that cling beautifully to pasta, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a Sunday meal with friends.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook2 hrs
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Gather all ingredients.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, Parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, and beaten egg. Shape the mixture into 12 balls. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
- 3
In a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until the onion turns translucent.
- 4
Stir in the tomatoes, salt, sugar, and bay leaf. Cover, lower the heat to low, and simmer for 1:30:00.
- 5
Add the tomato paste, basil, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and meatballs, then simmer for 00:30:00 more.
- 6
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 415.76 kcal High
- Protein 18.64 g Good Source
- Carbs 28.25 g Moderate
- Total Fat 25.79 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.9 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 93.59 mg High
- Sodium 316.14 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.93 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.21 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.69 g Low Source
- Calcium 54.81 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.68 mg Good Source
- Potassium 391.39 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 36.83 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.81 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.3 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce is an Italian dinner recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 20 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Diced Onion, and Dried Basil. Each serving provides about 415.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce?
- It is an Italian meatball recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Diced Onion, Dried Basil, Dried Bay Leaves. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce?
- About 2 hrs 20 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 2 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 415.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Italian Meatballs in Tomato Spaghetti Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 6 steps.
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