Print Options:

Best Olive Garden Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Yields1 Serving

If you want to make the best spaghetti and meatballs at home, this recipe is for you! It is a simple recipe that tastes just as good as the restaurant. The best part is that it's so easy to make and can be done in under an hour.

This is a popular classic Italian dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and will be enjoyed by all.

The pasta is cooked with Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, and olive oil, making them a delicious and hearty meal. The meatballs are also cooked perfectly and will be sweet and savory.

Best Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe

Olive Garden Spaghetti Ingredients:
 2 tbsp olive oil
 5 ½ cups chopped onions
 3 garlic cloves, minced
 2 cans (12 ounces each) tomato paste
 3 cups water
 1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
  cup minced fresh parsley
 1 tbsp dried basil
 2 tsp salt
 ½ tsp pepper
Olive Garden Meatball Ingredients:
 4 l eggs, lightly beaten
 2 cups soft bread cubes (cut into 1/4-inch pieces)
 5 ½ cups whole milk
 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 3 garlic cloves, minced
 2 tsp salt
 ½ tsp pepper
 3 pounds ground beef
 2 tbsp canola oil
 2 pounds spaghetti, cooked
1

In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions; saute until softened. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomato paste; cook 3-5 minutes. Add next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 50 minutes.

2

In a large bowl combine the first 7 meatball ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls.

3

In a large skillet, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add meatballs; brown in batches until no longer pink. Drain. Add to marinara sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 519
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g28%

Saturated Fat 6g30%
Cholesterol 106mg36%
Sodium 1043mg44%
Total Carbohydrate 59g20%

Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 8g
Protein 30g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Findthoserecipes.com