Thursday, May 10, 2012

Spaghetti and Meatballs

Here's a great weeknight meal when you're tired of the traditional spaghetti and meat sauce.  Sorry, there's no picture as it was eaten too fast!  I hope you enjoy!


  • 1 lb. 93/7 ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs (I used roasted garlic flavored)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs such as basil, oregano, and parsley
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • jar spaghetti sauce
  • whole wheat spaghetti noodles
Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, herbs, egg, and onion in a medium bowl and mix well.  Use your hands to roll 1-1/2" meatballs and place on parchment paper (makes about 25-30).  Cook pasta according to package directions.  Meanwhile, Heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.  Add meatballs and brown on all sides, careful not to break them up.  Add jar spaghetti sauce, reduce heat, and simmer 15-20 minutes.  Serve sauce of cooked noodles.

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