Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 12 oz (340g) spaghetti noodles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Additional grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, minced garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
- Roll the mixture into 12-15 evenly sized meatballs.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and cook the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes to develop rich flavors.
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked meatballs into the sauce and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve the spaghetti topped with the meatballs and sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese for an authentic Disney-inspired presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor and vibrant garnish.
- Make extra sauce to store for later meals or to serve with other pasta types.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute meat with lentils or plant-based meat alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 75 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg