Meatball Pasta

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Meatball Pasta recipe—a classic dish that brings together tender, flavorful meatballs and a rich, homemade tomato sauce atop perfectly cooked spaghetti. Crafted with a blend of ground beef and pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley, the meatballs are browned to perfection for a golden, juicy texture. The savory tomato sauce, infused with garlic, onions, and Italian seasoning, envelopes the meatballs as they simmer for a taste that's both bold and comforting. Serve this crowd-pleasing pasta topped with extra Parmesan cheese for a touch of indulgence. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or date nights, combining ease and elegance in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 250 grams ground pork
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 800 grams canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 400 grams spaghetti
• 3 liters water (for boiling pasta)
• 50 grams extra Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 2

Roll the meat mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on a baking tray.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides (about 5 minutes per batch). Set the browned meatballs aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Carefully add the browned meatballs to the tomato sauce. Cover and let simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 7

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 8

Serve the spaghetti on plates or in bowls, top with the meatballs and sauce, and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your delicious Meatball Pasta!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	5385.6 grams (5385.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3907

Total Fat 214.90g	276%
Saturated Fat 80.80g	404%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 859mg	286%
Sodium 6668mg	290%
Total Carbohydrate 273.20g	99%
Dietary Fiber 28.30g	101%
Total Sugars 52.70g
Protein 240.30g	481%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 1513mg	116%
Iron 32mg	178%
Potassium 4736mg	101%

*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: 48.5%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 27.4%