Candida Diet Friendly Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time30 min

Cook time1 hr

Candida Diet Friendly Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the meatballs

1 lb ground beef (80/20)
½ lb ground pork
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
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⅓ cup whole milk
Chef's tip
Use plain, unsweetened soy milk, measured 1:1. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in sauces, custards, and baked goods. For hot or acidic drinks, a barista-style soy milk resists curdling.
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
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
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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