Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredients

• Pasta1/2 cup (80 g)
• Ground Beef150 g
• Garlic Paste1 teaspoon (2 g)
• Garlic1/2 clove (2 g)
• Onion1/4 count (38 g)
• Tomato1 count (130 g)
• Breadcrumbs1 tablespoon (14 g)
• Oil2 teaspoon (10 ml)

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Boil the pasta in water with a little salt according to the time indicated on the package. Once ready, remove and drain.

2. 2

   Step 2

   At the same time, make a cross-shaped cut at the top of the tomato of approximately one finger deep.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Place the tomato in a pot of boiling water and boil for 5 minutes. Next, remove and blend. Set aside.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Separately, in a bowl mix the ground beef with the garlic paste or powder and breadcrumbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper and add, optionally, chopped parsley.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Mix well and shape into meatballs. Refrigerate.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Place a pan over high heat. While heating, chop the onion and garlic.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Once heated, pour half of the oil and add the meatballs. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until browned. Remove and set aside.

8. 8

   Step 8

   In the same pan used, add the remaining oil and stir-fry the onion and garlic with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes or until translucent.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Then add the blended tomato and season to taste. Once boiling, add the meatballs again.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Lower the heat, cover and cook everything together for about 8 more minutes.

11. 11

    Step 11

    Serve the pasta hot on a plate and add the meatballs in tomato sauce on top.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Spaghetti and Meatballs can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.