Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe With Jar Sauce
Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish that is loved by many. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a weekend meal with friends. In this article, we will share with you an easy and delicious spaghetti and meatballs recipe using jar sauce.
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the sauce:
- 1 jar of spaghetti sauce
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the spaghetti:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, black pepper, and garlic. Mix well with your hands.
3. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until fully cooked.
5. While the meatballs are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
6. Add the jar of spaghetti sauce and red pepper flakes to the saucepan. Stir well and bring the sauce to a simmer.
7. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
8. While the meatballs are simmering in the sauce, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
9. Drain the spaghetti and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Pour the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti and toss to combine.
Conclusion
Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. Using jar sauce makes this recipe even easier and quicker to prepare. We hope you enjoy this recipe and share it with your family and friends.