Mediterranean Diet Friendly Spaghetti and Meatballs

Total time1 hr 10 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time45 min

Mediterranean Diet Friendly Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the meatballs

½ cup breadcrumbs
Aiva Products Bread Crumbs
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⅓ cup whole milk
Chef's tip
Use the same amount. Whole milk is richer, so a lower-fat milk will make the dish a little less creamy. This matters most in baking and custards, where the extra fat adds richness.
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
Chef's tip
Ground chicken is often leaner than ground beef 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 lb ground pork
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).
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper

For the sauce

2 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp granulated sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same amount and stir until it dissolves. Honey tastes a touch sweeter, so you can also use slightly less.
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste

For serving

12 oz spaghetti
grated parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
fresh basil leaves, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Stir and let stand for 5 minutes until the breadcrumbs have absorbed the milk and formed a soft paste.
2
Add the ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper to the soaked breadcrumbs. Mix with your hands until just combined — the mixture should hold together when pressed but not feel dense or compacted.

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