The Best Homemade SpaghettiOs with Mini Meatballs
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Homemade spaghettiOs with baked mini meatballs is a childhood favorite that the whole family will love! Simple, classic ingredients come together quickly for a saucy, savory better-for-you comfort meal.
Ingredients
for the meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper , to taste
- 1 egg, beaten
for the sauce
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1½ tsp italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
for the pasta
- 1 cup small pasta shapes, ditalini or elbow macaroni
Instructions
- Make the Meatballs: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and the beaten egg. Using a teaspoon, roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a large saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Cook the Pasta: While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine: Once the meatballs are done baking, add them to the sauce and let them simmer for 5-10 minutes to absorb some flavors. Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.