Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Meatballs

Transform your dinner table into an Italian trattoria with this rich and flavorful Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Meatballs recipe! Juicy and tender meatballs, made with a mouthwatering blend of ground beef, Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, and classic herbs, are slowly simmered in a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, onions, and a touch of dried thyme for depth. The easy-to-follow recipe ensures perfectly browned meatballs that meld beautifully with the sauce, creating a comforting, savory dish ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Served over al dente spaghetti, this hearty meal is topped off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a generous shaving of Parmesan cheese. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the ultimate homemade comfort food for pasta lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb Italian sausage
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 28 oz crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced (for sauce)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 0.5 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 12 oz spaghetti
• 0.5 cup water or broth (optional for sauce consistency)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined (do not overmix).

Step 2

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Set aside on a plate or tray.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, thyme, parsley, and optional water or broth. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the browned meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover with a lid and let simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

While the sauce and meatballs are cooking, prepare the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your homemade spaghetti and meatballs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2292.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3196.8

Total Fat 190.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.9g
Cholesterol 744.7mg	0%
Sodium 5802.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.0g
Protein 171.0g	0%

Vitamin D 157.5IU	0%
Calcium 644.4mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 4308.3mg	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: 52.4%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 26.6%