Mom's Spaghetti and Meatballs
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I am excited to be sharing one of my family traditions with Tuttorosso! Food is a strong connection between generations, and so many of my recipes have been passed down to me from my mother as her mother did for her. Nothing puts a smile on my face more than a large pot of simmering sauce while the scent of homemade meatballs baking in the oven emanates from the kitchen.
Preparing my Mom’s Spaghetti and Meatballs is a guaranteed way to attract my favorite people to entertain me while I cook. In any great recipe, ingredients can make or break your dish, and that’s no different for my tomato sauce. Starting with the best quality tomatoes is the easiest way to take this simple recipe and make it extraordinary. For as long as I can remember, my favorite brand of tomatoes has been Tuttorosso.
The high-quality of Tuttorosso tomatoes are not only something that you can see but also something you can taste. It helps that they are steamed and not processed, which allows them to keep their natural flavors and nutrients. I’ve been feeding my family dishes using Tuttorosso tomatoes for years, and it makes me happy knowing these great-tasting ingredients are made by a family-run company with values like mine. To make the most full-flavored sauce I always use Tuttorosso Crushed Tomatoes with basil, as they are perfectly seasoned to help amplify its deliciousness. No wonder they’re the best- selling crushed tomatoes in America.
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ingredients
For the Sauce
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 28-ounce cans Tuttorosso Crushed Tomatoes with basil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar,
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Method
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium low heat.
Step 2
Add the onions and garlic, Cook, stirring occasionally until they just begin to soften. Do not let them brown.
Step 3
Add the crushed tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.
Step 4
Add the oregano, sugar, salt and pepper to the pot. Combine well.
Step 5
Raise the heat to high to bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to the low setting and simmer the sauce covered for 1 hour.
Step 6
Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer covered for an additional hour.
ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
Step 2
Add the ground beef, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder and oregano to a large bowl.
Step 3
Use your hands to combine well.
Step 4
Roll the mixture into 2 inch balls and place them on a foil lined baking sheet with a baking rack.
Step 5
Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes until they are cooked through and nicely browned.
ingredients
For the Pasta
- 1 1/2 pounds spaghetti
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Step 2
Add the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package for the tenderness you desire. Drain and rinse the pasta.
For Serving
Step 1
Place the pasta into a large bowl or serving platter. Spoon the sauce and meatballs over the pasta. Serve with additional parmesan cheese.