Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 pound ground pork
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped parsley
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 12 ounces spaghetti
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Creating Creamy Spaghetti and Meatballs can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for baking the meatballs.
2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are browned and cooked through.
5. Cook Spaghetti: While the meatballs are baking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
6. Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
7. Add Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the sauce, gently stirring to coat them in the creamy mixture.
8. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine everything evenly. Allow it to simmer for a few more minutes to let the flavors meld.
9. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and cover the skillet to let it melt.
10. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 servings
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Protein: 30g