Best Spicy Spaghetti With Meatballs Recipes

SPICY SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS

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This is an unexpected take on traditional spaghetti and meatballs. These meatballs have an added burst of spicy flavor from the peppers. Give it a shot today because you'll see how the spice really adds to the flavor profile when mixed with the sauce.

Provided by Julie Maestre

Categories Entree

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
2 garlic cloves finely minced
1/2 small onion finely chopped
1 tbsp parsley
1/2 jalapeno
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chili garlic sauce
1 egg
1 tsp oregano
2 tbsp whole milk
salt and pepper to taste
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
2 garlic cloves finely minced
1/2 small onion finely chopped
2 tsp red chili flakes
1 tsp sugar
1/4 cup red wine
1 tbsp fresh basil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Combine beef, bread crumbs, parsley, fresh minced garlic, onions, jalapeños, chili garlic sauce, egg, milk, parmesan cheese, oregano, and a generous sprinkle of salt and pepper. Using your hands mix gently, careful not to over mix.
Roll meat mixture into golf sized balls and then fry the meatballs in vegetable oil over medium high heat, working in batches. Brown them on all sides. Each batch should take about 7 minutes.
Heat a separate skillet over medium low heat, add onions and cook until translucent
Add fresh minced garlic and red chili flakes, season with salt and pepper and cook until garlic turns golden and fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, red wine, sugar, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15-20 minutes before adding the meatballs.
Place the browned meatballs in the sauce and let it cook for an additional 30-40 minutes or until the meatballs are tender and fully cooked through.
Add some fresh basil and serve over Spaghetti

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 126 mg, Sodium 941 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEST SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS

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One evening, we had unexpected company. Since I had the ingredients on hand, I made this spaghetti and meatballs recipe. Everyone raved! This classic recipe makes a big batch and is perfect for entertaining. -Mary Lou Koskella, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste
3 cups water
1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
MEATBALLS:
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups soft bread cubes (cut into 1/4-inch pieces)
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds spaghetti, cooked

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions; saute until softened. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato paste; cook 3-5 minutes. Add next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 50 minutes., Combine the first 7 meatball ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add meatballs; brown in batches until no longer pink. Drain. Add to sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein.