Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
- 1 (24 ounce) jar of your favorite pasta sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands.
- Form the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large oven-safe baking dish, spread a thin layer of pasta sauce on the bottom.
- Arrange the meatballs on top of the sauce, spacing them evenly apart.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the meatballs.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the sauce.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve hot with the cooked spaghetti.
Customizations:
There are endless ways to customize this recipe to your liking. Here are a few ideas:
- Use ground turkey, chicken, or pork instead of beef for a lighter option.
- Add in some chopped vegetables, such as onions, peppers, or mushrooms, to the meatball mixture.
- Experiment with different types of pasta sauce, such as marinara, alfredo, or pesto.
- Try different types of cheese, such as provolone, cheddar, or pepper jack.