Pasquale Spaghetti Recipe

Unearth a culinary gem from Pasquale's classic cooking show! This 'Piccola Polpetta' recipe (meaning "small meatballs") delivers a light, flavorful tomato sauce perfect for a weeknight meal. Using fresh, in-season tomatoes elevates this dish to pure heaven, but a can of quality tomatoes works wonderfully for a quick and easy option. Get ready to savor incredibly tender meatballs in a delicate sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. A taste of nostalgia awaits!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 427.6 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pasquale Spaghetti

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How to Make Pasquale Spaghetti

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Set aside.
  5. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in 28 ounces (2 large) canned crushed tomatoes OR 4 cups chopped fresh tomatoes, 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup dry white wine, and 2 tablespoons tomato paste.
  7. Return the meatballs to the skillet. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the meatballs are cooked through.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Cook 1 lb thin spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
  10. Serve the spaghetti topped with the meatball sauce and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

44g

Carbs

3g