Description
Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce and Halal Meatballs is the ultimate comfort food, combining al dente pasta with a rich, flavorful tomato sauce and juicy meatballs. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a meal that turns everyday moments into delicious memories.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground halal beef
- 28 oz canned San Marzano tomatoes
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- 1 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Chop the onion and garlic; set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in canned tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, eggs, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Form mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs. Brown in olive oil in a skillet over medium heat for about 8 minutes.
- Transfer meatballs to the marinara sauce; let simmer together for an additional 20 minutes.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and serve topped with sauce and meatballs; sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - Enhance meatball flavor by adding fresh herbs like parsley or basil. - For variations, substitute turkey or chicken for beef or include diced vegetables in the sauce. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stovetop.