Spaghetti with Meatballs and Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Spaghetti with Meatballs and Cheese recipe—a delectable combination of tender homemade meatballs, a rich tomato sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella. Featuring classic Italian herbs like oregano and basil, along with the savory depth of Parmesan cheese, this dish perfectly balances flavor and texture. The juicy meatballs are browned to perfection, simmered in a robust tomato sauce, and then tossed with al dente spaghetti for a meal that’s bursting with authenticity. Topped with a luscious layer of melted mozzarella, this easy-to-make, family-friendly dinner is ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Serve it hot with additional Parmesan and fresh basil for a truly irresistible experience! Perfect for lovers of Italian cuisine or anyone searching for a comforting pasta recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 800 grams tomato sauce
• 200 grams, shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 liters water

Directions

Step 1

Boil a large pot of water with 1 teaspoon of salt. Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano, basil, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the meat mixture thoroughly with your hands until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into small balls about the size of a golf ball.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining minced garlic clove and sauté for about 30 seconds. Pour in the tomato sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce. Lower the heat and let simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the meatballs to cook through.

Step 8

Add the spaghetti to the meatball and sauce mixture, gently tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the spaghetti and meatballs. Cover and let the cheese melt for around 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(6397.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3755.5

Total Fat 211.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 783.5mg	0%
Sodium 9554.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 260.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 208.7g	0%

Vitamin D 85.8IU	0%
Calcium 2811.5mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 1989.9mg	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: 50.4%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 27.6%