Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs with Garlic Bread

Name: Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs with Garlic Bread
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 300 g Spaghetti; 2 cans (680 mL each) Tomato Sauce; 500 g Ground Chicken; 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs; 1 large Egg; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 0.5 cup Onion, finely diced; 1 tsp Italian Seasoning; 2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped; 0.33 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated; to taste Table Salt; to taste Black Pepper; 6 slices White Bread; 0.25 cup Butter, softened; 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder

A comforting Italian classic with homemade meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce with fresh herbs, served over spaghetti with garlic bread on the side.

Ingredients

300 g Spaghetti
2 cans (680 mL each) Tomato Sauce
500 g Ground Chicken
0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
1 large Egg
2 cloves Garlic, minced
0.5 cup Onion, finely diced
1 tsp Italian Seasoning
2 tbsp Fresh Basil, chopped
0.33 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
to taste Table Salt
to taste Black Pepper
6 slices White Bread
0.25 cup Butter, softened
0.5 tsp Garlic Powder

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, finely diced onion, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese.
Mix well and form into small meatballs.
In a large pot, brown meatballs over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
Add tomato sauce and fresh basil to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions.
While spaghetti is cooking, prepare garlic bread: Mix softened butter with garlic powder. Spread on bread slices and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve meatballs and sauce over spaghetti. Garnish with extra parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve with garlic bread on the side.

Cuisine: Italian

Suitability:

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Serving Size: 3

Meal Type: dinner