Awesome Easy Spaghetti And Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients for Awesome Easy Spaghetti And Meatballs

• Italian Sausage
• Tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp fennel seeds
• 1 tsp dried basil
• Mushrooms

How to Make Awesome Easy Spaghetti And Meatballs

1. Remove casings from 1 lb Italian sausage links and roll into 1-inch meatballs.
2. Brown meatballs in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain off excess grease.
3. Add 1 medium chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 chopped green bell pepper, and 2 chopped celery stalks to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in 28 oz can crushed tomatoes, 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, and 1 tsp dried basil.
5. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Meanwhile, cook 1 lb spaghetti according to package directions.
7. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil (optional). Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.