Darcy's Spaghetti and Meatballs

Experience the ultimate comfort food with Darcy's Spaghetti and Meatballs—a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for family dinners or cozy date nights. This recipe combines a harmonious blend of ground beef and pork seasoned with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and oregano to create tender, juicy meatballs. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with sweet basil and a hint of sugar, the meatballs pair beautifully with perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti. Ready in just one hour, this classic Italian-American dish offers a balance of savory and sweet flavors, all topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Whether you're craving a weeknight meal or a special occasion delight, this spaghetti and meatballs recipe promises irresistible comfort in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1.5 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt (for sauce)
• 16 oz spaghetti
• 0 n/a water (for boiling pasta)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until combined.

Step 2

Shape the meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a plate or tray.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear them until browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, sugar, and salt. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and add the browned meatballs back into the skillet.

Step 6

Cover the skillet partially with a lid and simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through and the flavors have melded.

Step 7

While the meatballs are simmering, cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs and sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2423.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3292.4

Total Fat 178.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 744.7mg	0%
Sodium 6203.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 194.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 692.6mg	0%
Iron 28.7mg	0%
Potassium 4230.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.8%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 29.0%