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Few meals are as comforting as homemade meatballs served over a plate of tender pasta with rich tomato sauce. This classic recipe combines juicy, seasoned meatballs with a flavorful marinara and perfectly cooked noodles for a satisfying dinner that’s ideal for family meals or special occasions. Finished with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, it’s a timeless favorite everyone will enjoy.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Meatballs
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef (or ground turkey) | 1 pound |
| Breadcrumbs (plain, Italian-seasoned, or panko) | ½ cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | ¼ cup |
| Fresh parsley, finely chopped | ¼ cup |
| Large egg | 1 |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Italian seasoning | 1 teaspoon |
For the Sauce
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 1 tablespoon |
| Small onion, chopped | 1 |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 |
| Crushed tomatoes | 1 (28-ounce) can |
| Sugar or honey | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
| Dried basil (or 3 tablespoons fresh basil) | 1 tablespoon |
| Dried oregano | 1 tablespoon |
For Serving
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine | 8 ounces |
| Fresh basil or parsley, chopped | For garnish |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | For garnish |
👩🍳 Instructions
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