Spaghetti and Meatballs

Ingredienti

• 1 lbground beefAmount1 lbIngredientground beef
• 1 cupplain breadcrumbsAmount1 cupIngredientplain breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cupwaterAmount1/3 cupIngredientwater
• 1eggAmount1Ingredientegg, beaten, beaten
• 1 tbsp+ 1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoAmount1 tbspIngredient+ 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tspsaltAmount1 tspIngredientsalt
• 1/4 tsppepper
• 3 tbspcanola oilAmount3 tbspIngredientcanola oil
• 2garlicAmount2Ingredientgarlic cloves, minced cloves, minced
• 1(28-ounce) can tomato pureeAmount1Ingredient(28-ounce) can tomato puree
• 1(15-ounce) can diced tomatoesAmount1Ingredient(15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 3 tbspfresh chopped basilAmount3 tbspIngredientfresh chopped basil (4-6 leaves) (4-6 leaves)
• 1(16-ounce) package spaghetti noodlesAmount1Ingredient(16-ounce) package spaghetti noodles
• Grated parmesan cheeseIngredientGrated parmesan cheese, for garnish, for garnish

Preparazione

1. 1

   In a large bowl, using clean hands, combine the beef, breadcrumbsAmount1 cupIngredientplain breadcrumbs, water, egg, 1 tablespoon of oregano, salt, and pepper. Gently form the mixture into 12 meatballs. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large pot over medium heat, add the oil and minced garlic, cooking about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant, but not browned. Add the tomato pureeAmount1Ingredient(28-ounce) can tomato puree, diced tomatoes, basil, and remaining 1⁄2 teaspoon of oregano. Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce to a light simmer. Add the meatballs, cover, and cook about 10-15 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, bring a large pot of waterAmount1/3 cupIngredientwater to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions. Drain and serve topped with sauce, meatballs, and grated parmesan.