Meatballs and Gravy Spaghetti Sauce

Dive into the comforting flavors of this hearty Meatballs and Gravy Spaghetti Sauce, a delightful twist on traditional spaghetti night. Featuring melt-in-your-mouth homemade meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef and pork, enriched with Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and aromatic garlic, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are simmered to perfection in a rich tomato-based gravy, thickened with a flavorful roux of sautéed onions and beef broth, and infused with classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil. Served generously over tender spaghetti and optionally garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is a perfect blend of indulgence and warmth. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 40 minutes of cooking, it’s an easy yet impressive meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 cups Tomato sauce
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 pound Cooked spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly but avoid overworking the mixture.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get roughly 16-18 meatballs.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, turning carefully to avoid breaking them. This should take about 6-8 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to combine, creating a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the tomato sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through and the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2417.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3357.1

Total Fat 186.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 746.9mg	0%
Sodium 6334.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 195.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 544.7mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 1856.5mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 26.7%