Description
A comforting and flavorful one-pot wonder recipe for Spaghetti & Meatballs that is perfect for a quick and delicious family dinner. This Italian-American classic is made with tender meatballs, spaghetti, and a rich marinara sauce, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
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Meatballs:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound frozen or homemade meatballs
Sauce:
- 1 (24 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
Spaghetti:
- 12 ounces uncooked spaghetti, broken in half
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Sauté onion in olive oil until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly. Brown meatballs.
- Cook Meatballs: Add marinara sauce and broth, then stir in spaghetti and seasonings.
- Simmer: Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Finish: Stir in Parmesan cheese and serve hot, garnished with herbs and extra cheese.
Notes
- You can swap spaghetti for linguine or penne.
- For a vegetarian version, use plant-based meatballs and vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
