Anti Inflammatory Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time30 min

Cook time1 hr

Anti Inflammatory Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the meatballs

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
½ lb ground pork
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Chef's tip
Ground chicken is often leaner than ground pork and can dry out more quickly. When browning it, add a little oil if needed and keep the pan juices unless the recipe says to drain them. Cook just until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
⅓ cup whole milk
Ingredient note
Higher-fat dairy is sometimes limited on an anti-inflammatory diet because saturated fat can be pro-inflammatory for some people, but this recipe uses only about 2 1/2 tsp of whole milk per serving, so the amount is likely fine. If you prefer to always avoid whole milk, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
1 large egg
½ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
Chef's tip
Match the form the recipe uses - grated for sprinkling and sauces, a firm wedge for shaving. If the recipe melts the cheese, choose a product labeled meltable.
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

For the sauce

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 cans (28 oz each) whole san marzano tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
Ingredient note
Added sugar is limited on an anti-inflammatory diet because it can promote inflammation, but the small amount (~1/8 tsp per serving) of white sugar here is likely fine. If you prefer to always avoid white sugar, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ tsp black pepper
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn

For serving

1 lb spaghetti
1 tbsp kosher salt
parmesan cheese, freshly grated, for serving (optional)
Chef's tip
Match the form the recipe uses - grated for sprinkling and sauces, a firm wedge for shaving. If the recipe melts the cheese, choose a product labeled meltable.
fresh basil leaves, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir and let stand for 2 minutes until the breadcrumbs have absorbed the milk and formed a paste.
2
Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the bowl. Mix with your hands until just combined — stop as soon as no streaks of breadcrumb paste remain; do not overwork the mixture.

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