Spaghetti and meatballs is the ultimate comfort food. Tender, juicy meatballs. Rich, savory marinara. Tossed with spaghetti. Parmesan on top. 30 minutes. Sunday dinner vibes any night of the week.
Serves 4.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make Meatballs
In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Roll into 16-20 meatballs.
Brown Meatballs
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs on all sides (5-7 minutes).
Simmer in Sauce
Pour marinara sauce over meatballs. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 10-15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal).
Cook Pasta
While meatballs simmer, cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Drain.
Serve
Divide spaghetti among plates. Top with meatballs and sauce. Garnish with basil and Parmesan. The ultimate comfort food.
Summary
Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 20 min | Total: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings | Difficulty: Easy
Storage Notes
Fridge (meatballs in sauce): 5 days. Freezer: 3 months. Reheat on stovetop or microwave. Cook pasta fresh when serving. Great for meal prep — double the meatballs and freeze half.
