This is a favorite family recipe. Leftovers freeze well (if you have any) J I also try to make extra meatballs to freeze (after I cook them). That way I have them on hand when I want to make this dish in a hurry. I usually serve the meatballs and spaghetti with lima beans (try them ---they are a great accompaniment) and a salad and bread. Enjoy!
Meatballs:
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 finely chopped red bell pepper
1 finely chopped sweet onion
2 slices water-soaked white bread (or bread crumbs)
Kosher salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions: Following is how I usually prepare the meatballs. Occasionally though I cook them in a skillet or bake them in the oven. Every family has their favorite way to prepare meatballs.
*Mix above ingredients together thoroughly and form into balls, 1-1/2 inches in diameter.
Drop into rapidly boiling water and cook through.
Remove from water and drain.
Sauce:
3 large cans- Hunts Tomato Sauce
¼ cup sugar
1 ½ cups sharp cheese (or cheese of your choice)
2-3 tablespoons fresh basil
Instructions:
*Place sauce and sugar in a large soup pot or dutch oven.
*Bring to a gentle boil and then turn down to simmer.
*Add meatballs and heat through.
*Add cheese and basil
Spaghetti: (I use spaghettini or angel hair)
*Boil spaghetti according to directions on box.
*Add to spaghetti sauce or spoon sauce over individual servings of pasta.
*Sprinkle parmesan cheese over servings.
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