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Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1/4 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1 lb lean ground sirloin (or a combination of sirloin and pork)
2 tbsp minced fresh oregano, divided
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan or pecorino romano cheese, plus more for serving
1 cup onion, finely minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 large egg yolk
1 1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
olive oil
1/2 cup dry red wine
quick marinara sauce
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes , if desired
3 tbsp minced fresh basil
1 lb dried pasta , cooked according to package directions

Directions:

Combine breadcrumbs and milk in a small bowl, and let soak 10 minutes. Combine ground sirloin, 1 tablespoon oregano, 1/2 cup grated cheese, and next 6 ingredients in another bowl. Stir in breadcrumb mixture, and form into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
Fill a 12-inch skillet or wide saucepan 1/4 inch deep with olive oil, and heat over medium-high heat. Add meatballs, and cook about 7 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.
Pour off fat from pan; add wine to pan, and simmer 1 minute. Stir in Quick Marinara Sauce, remaining 1 tablespoon oregano, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Bring to a boil; add meatballs, and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in basil.
Add drained cooked pasta, meatballs, and sauce to pot, and toss to combine. Serve with additional grated cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	2701.77 Kcal (11312 kJ)
Calories from fat	389.68 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	43.3g	67%
Cholesterol	590.79mg	197%
Sodium	4303.25mg	179%
Potassium	3821.08mg	81%
Total Carbs	403.29g	134%
Sugars	15.84g	63%
Dietary Fiber	57.18g	229%
Protein	156.03g	312%
Vitamin C	30.8mg	51%
Iron	14.5mg	81%
Calcium	1009.8mg	101%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	179.28 Kcal (751 kJ)
Calories from fat	25.86 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.87g	67%
Cholesterol	39.2mg	197%
Sodium	285.55mg	179%
Potassium	253.55mg	81%
Total Carbs	26.76g	134%
Sugars	1.05g	63%
Dietary Fiber	3.79g	229%
Protein	10.35g	312%
Vitamin C	2mg	51%
Iron	1mg	81%
Calcium	67mg	101%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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