June 7, 2026
URL: https://m.hunts.com/recipes/pastas/hunts-classic-spaghetti-and-parmesan-meatballs-7265
- Prep time 40 minutes
- Total time 55 minutes
- Servings 6
Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
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3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
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1 egg, slightly beaten
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1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic, divided
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
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1 can (14.5 oz each) Hunt's® Diced Tomatoes, undrained
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2 cups Hunt's® Tomato Sauce
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1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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12 ounces dry spaghetti, uncooked
Nutrition Information
522 calories, 63g carbs
Directions
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Step one
Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine beef, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, 1 teaspoon garlic and salt in medium bowl. Divide mixture into 12 portions; shape into meatballs and place on aluminum foil-lined shallow baking pan. Bake 15 minutes or until done (160°F).
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Step two
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add remaining 2 teaspoons garlic, cook 1 minute more or until fragrant. Stir in undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, basil and sugar. Bring to a boil. Add meatballs to sauce; gently stir to coat. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until sauce has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.
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Step three
Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain spaghetti; top with sauce and meatballs.
Tips
Top with extra grated parmesan cheese, if desired.
