Spaghetti and Meatballs

I believe I listed a spaghetti and meatballs recipe at the start of this blog that was homemade. I have come across another recipe that is also homemade, and very very good. The meatballs were very tasty, as was the sauce. Both recipes are gluten free but we used regular whole wheat noodles. Anyone seeking a totally gluten free meal can easily substitute gluten free pasta, which can be found in most stores (usually made of rice flour).

My kids love spaghetti and meatballs, and it is a comfort food to some. Hopefully your family will enjoy it too. You can serve with bread of your choice, as well as a salad.



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Homemade Meatballs
(this particular item is gluten free)

• 1 lb lean grounds beef (I use 96/4)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup gluten free bread crumbs (I used pure cornmeal instead)
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, or 2 tablespoons dried
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano, or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Line baking sheet or broiler with foil. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well with hands. Shape into meatballs the size of your choosing and place them on the baking sheet.

Bake for about 25 minutes, or until meatballs are browned and firm. If desired, turn once part way through baking. Remove meatballs and add them to the marinara sauce while it is cooking. (recipe below)

Marinara Sauce
(this recipe is gluten free)

• 3 14 oz cans of no salt added diced tomatoes
• 1 can of tomato paste (6 oz)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried
• 2 teaspoons of sugar
• 2 teaspoons of chopped fresh oregano, or 1 teaspoon dried
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 minced garlic clove or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 Tablespoons of Parmesan

Whisk together ingredients in a large pot and cook over medium-high heat, stirring often. Add meatballs and simmer for 25 minutes. Serve with pasta of choice.