Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb spaghetti
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 24 oz marinara sauce (jarred or homemade)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, soak the breadcrumbs in milk for 2 minutes, then mix in the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined.
2. 2Roll the mixture into 16 to 18 meatballs, about the size of golf balls, being careful not to pack them too tightly.
3. 3Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, about 6 to 8 minutes total; they do not need to be fully cooked through yet.
4. 4Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, cover, and simmer on low for 20 minutes, turning once, until the meatballs are cooked through and tender.
5. 5Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in well-salted boiling water until al dente, about 9 to 11 minutes, then drain, reserving a little pasta water.
6. 6Toss the spaghetti with a bit of the sauce and pasta water to coat, then plate and top with meatballs, extra sauce, and grated Parmesan.

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