John Schwegmann’s Real Italian Meatballs and Spaghetti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10
John Schwegmann's Real Italian Meatballs and Spaghetti
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

2.5 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1 cup chopped green onion
2 jumbo yellow onions , chopped
1 cup celery , chopped
2 cups green bell peppers , chopped
1/2 cup parsley , chopped
5 garlic cloves , chopped fine
2 tablespoons italian dry seasoning
5 fresh bay leaves
1 can whole peeled Italian tomatoes
3 cans tomato paste
3 cans tomato sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper
2 lbs fresh ground beef , coarsely ground if desired
1 cup chopped green onion ( green part only )
1 jumbo yellow onion , chopped
2 cups chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1 cup bell pepper , chopped
5 fresh garlic cloves , chopped
6 large eggs , lighltly beaten
1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
salt and pepper
1 cup olive oil ( or as needed )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
577
Sugar
13g
Fat
40g
John Schwegmann's Real Italian Meatballs and Spaghetti is a traditional Italian-American recipe that has been passed down through generations. The combination of tender meatballs and hearty tomato sauce served over a bed of spaghetti is a classic comfort food that never goes out of style. Whether you're feeding a large family or meal prepping for the week, this dish is sure to satisfy and leave everyone feeling satisfied and nourished.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, melt butter and add chopped green onion, yellow onions, celery, bell peppers, and parsley. Cook until vegetables are soft and onion is translucent.
2.Add chopped garlic, Italian dry seasoning, bay leaves, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
3.In a separate bowl, combine ground beef, green onion, yellow onion, celery, parsley, bell pepper, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
4.Shape meat mixture into 1-inch balls and set aside.
5.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches until browned on all sides.
6.Add meatballs to pot with tomato sauce and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
7.Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Serve spaghetti topped with meatballs and sauce. Enjoy!

PROS

This classic Italian dish is packed with flavor and is a hearty and satisfying meal.

The recipe yields a large batch, making it perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prep throughout the week.

CONS

This dish can be high in calories and fat, so portion control is key.

Preparation and cooking time can be lengthy, so it may not be ideal for a quick weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants such as lycopene.
The lean protein from the ground beef and eggs in this recipe can aid in muscle growth and recovery.
However, the high-fat content from butter, olive oil, and ground beef should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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