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# **Spaghetti and Meatballs: The Ultimate Comfort Food**
There’s something universally comforting about a **plate of spaghetti and meatballs**. Whether you’re gathering for a family dinner, hosting friends for a special occasion, or just craving something hearty and delicious, this classic Italian dish is a go-to favorite for people of all ages. The **tender, juicy meatballs**, paired with **perfectly cooked spaghetti** and coated in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce, make this dish a true winner every time.
In this article, we’ll dive into how to make the **ultimate spaghetti and meatballs**, a dish that’s not just amazing in flavor, but also **easy to make** at home. Let’s get started!
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## **Why Spaghetti and Meatballs Are So Amazing**
### **1. Comfort in Every Bite**
There’s something magical about the combination of **spaghetti**, **savory meatballs**, and **rich tomato sauce**. This dish delivers **warmth and satisfaction** in every bite, making it the ultimate comfort food that never goes out of style.
### **2. Family-Friendly**
Spaghetti and meatballs are a meal the whole family can enjoy. Kids love the **fun, bite-sized meatballs**, while adults appreciate the **depth of flavor** from the meatballs and sauce. It’s a dish that appeals to everyone.
### **3. Perfect for Meal Prep**
Spaghetti and meatballs make for excellent **meal prep**. You can prepare the meatballs in advance, make extra sauce, and have enough for several meals throughout the week. The flavors also improve over time, so it’s a great dish to enjoy as leftovers.
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## **Ingredients for Spaghetti and Meatballs:**
### **For the Meatballs:**
– 1 lb **ground beef** (or a mixture of beef and pork for added flavor)
– 1/2 cup **bread crumbs** (preferably Italian-style)
– 1/4 cup **grated Parmesan cheese**
– 2 cloves **garlic**, minced
– 1 large **egg**
– 1/4 cup **milk**
– 1 tablespoon **fresh parsley**, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
– 1/2 teaspoon **salt**
– 1/4 teaspoon **black pepper**
– 1 teaspoon **dried oregano**
– 1/2 teaspoon **dried basil**
### **For the Sauce:**
– 1 can (28 oz) **crushed tomatoes**
– 1/2 cup **onion**, finely chopped
– 2 cloves **garlic**, minced
– 2 tablespoons **olive oil**
– 1 tablespoon **sugar** (to balance the acidity of the tomatoes)
– 1 teaspoon **dried basil**
– 1 teaspoon **dried oregano**
– 1/4 teaspoon **red pepper flakes** (optional for a bit of heat)
– Salt and **pepper**, to taste
– Fresh **basil** or **parsley**, for garnish (optional)
**For the Spaghetti:**
– 1 lb **spaghetti pasta**
– Salt, for boiling water
– **Parmesan cheese**, for serving (optional)
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