Because of the depth of flavor in the meatballs, this dish requires a sauce with more sophisticated flavor development. Simmer the meatballs in the sauce to absorb flavor and cook them through. Save half of the sauce for future dishes.
“That’s amoré” Spaghetti & Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 28 oz./755 g can crushed tomatoes
- 12 oz./340 g can tomato paste
- 3½ cups water
- 1 tbsp. Italian Herb Seasoning Blend
- 1 tbsp. sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp. coarse kosher salt
- ½ tsp. black pepper
Sauce
- 1 small onion, quartered
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 lb./455 g ground chuck
- 1 lb./455 g ground pork
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup reduced fat (2%) milk
- ½ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated using Grate ’N Measure® Grater
- 1½ tbsp. coarse kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
Meatballs
- 16 oz./455 g spaghetti
Spaghetti
Instructions
- Add onion and garlic to base of Quick Chef® Pro System. Turn handle to process. Heat oil in 6-Qt./ 5.7 L pot over medium-high heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic about 5 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, cover and cook over low heat for between 2 and 6 hours to develop flavors.
Sauce
- Add onion and garlic to base of Quick Chef® Pro System. Turn handle to process until finely chopped.
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl until incorporated.
- Divide mixture into 24 portions and form meatballs.
- Carefully drop meatballs into simmering sauce and allow to cook at least 20 minutes.
Meatballs
- Cook spaghetti in Microwave Pasta Maker 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain.
- Combine with meatballs and 5 cups of the sauce.
Spaghetti
