Spaghetti Bolognese with Meatballs
4 servings
35 minutes
Spaghetti Bolognese with meatballs is a combination of classic Italian Bolognese sauce and tender meatballs, creating a rich flavor and texture. This dish originated in Bologna, the heart of Italian gastronomy, and quickly became popular worldwide. The sauce, infused with the aroma of red wine, tomatoes, and spices, envelops perfectly cooked spaghetti while the meatballs add richness and juiciness. The dish is perfect for both a cozy family dinner and a festive feast. With Parmesan and black pepper enhancing the flavor in full harmony, an ordinary dinner transforms into a true culinary celebration.
1
We clean and finely chop the onion and garlic. We divide it into 2 parts.
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 2 pieces
2
In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, egg, minced meat, yolk, onion, garlic, and Tabasco sauce. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Form balls with wet hands. Place in a dish and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Breadcrumbs: 80 g
- Egg yolk: 1 piece
- Minced meat: 350 g
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 2 pieces
- TABASCO®: 2 ml
3
For the sauce, we chop the tomatoes. In olive oil, we sauté the remaining onion and garlic until golden, sprinkle with chili, and cook for another minute. We add the tomatoes, wine, and sugar, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Onion: 2 pieces
- Garlic: 2 pieces
- Red dry wine: 200 g
- Sugar: 25 g
- Tomatoes in their own juice: 700 g
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
4
Fry the meatballs in heated oil.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
5
While the meatballs are being prepared, we boil spaghetti in salted boiling water. We drain it.
- Spaghetti: 350 g
6
Mix spaghetti, sauce, and meatballs. Sprinkle with cheese and black pepper.
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 50 g