Spaghetti & Beef Meatballs – Savory, Cheesy & Easy Family Dinner!
Savory beef meatballs wrapped in a creamy tomato sauce and tossed with al dente spaghetti, topped with melted mozzarella. This comforting, family-friendly dinner comes together in under an hour with simple ingredients and easy techniques.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti pasta
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Roll mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Pour marinara sauce over browned meatballs. Simmer 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with meatballs and sauce. Toss to coat.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the pasta and meatballs. Cover and cook 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil (if using) and serve warm.
Notes
For a crispy meatball texture, refrigerate mixture 15 minutes before forming.
Use store-bought marinara with no added alcohol.
Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat gently.
Use store-bought marinara with no added alcohol.
Leftovers freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat gently.