Italian Meatballs with Spaghetti and Cheese
Immerse yourself in authentic Italian cuisine with these delicious meatballs coated in homemade tomato sauce, served on al dente spaghetti and topped with melted cheese. This comforting dish perfectly combines tender meatballs, rich sauce, and soft pasta. A true culinary journey that will delight young and old around the family table. Follow our tips to perfect this Italian classic and create an unforgettable sharing moment.
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Meatball preparation: In a large bowl, mix the meat, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, parsley, garlic and spices. Form 3-4 cm diameter meatballs. Brown them for 5-6 minutes in hot oil, then set aside.
- 2
Sauce preparation: In the same pan, sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, then tomato coulis, paste, herbs and sugar. Simmer for 15 minutes. Return meatballs to sauce and continue cooking for 10 minutes.
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Pasta cooking: Cook spaghetti al dente in a large volume of salted water. Drain while reserving some cooking water.
- 4
Assembly and gratin: Preheat oven to 200°C. In a gratin dish, mix pasta with some sauce. Arrange meatballs and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with cheeses and bake 15-20 minutes until nicely browned.
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Serving: Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve immediately.
- For tender meatballs, add 2 tbsp of milk to the preparation
- Long simmering of the sauce develops more flavors
- Grate your own mozzarella for better melting and creamier texture
- Mix pasta with some sauce before gratin for more softness
- Serve with green salad with Italian dressing and garlic bread
- A fruity red wine like Chianti perfectly complements this dish
- Storage: 3 days in refrigerator or freezing possible before/after cooking
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