YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Juicy Lean Beef Meatballs with Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Rich Herb Tomato Sauce
Savor the delightful burst of flavors in these juicy lean beef meatballs paired with whole wheat spaghetti and a rich herb-infused tomato sauce. This dish offers a comforting balance of protein and wholesome carbohydrates, enhanced with aromatic garlic, fresh basil, and oregano, perfect for a nutritious dinner.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Lean Ground Beef
1 large Egg White
1 tbsp Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
1 cup Whole Wheat Spaghetti (cooked)
1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
1 tsp Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp Fresh Basil
1 tsp Dried Oregano
Salt & Black Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
In a bowl, combine the lean ground beef, egg white, whole wheat breadcrumbs, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix lightly until just combined to form your meatball mixture.
With slightly wet hands, form the mixture into 4-5 meatballs, ensuring an even size for uniform cooking.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add half of the olive oil. Brown the meatballs on all sides until lightly seared, about 5-7 minutes. They don't need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
Meanwhile, warm the tomato sauce in a small saucepan, adding the remaining olive oil and chopped fresh basil. Let it simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes.
Add the seared meatballs to the tomato sauce and let them simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until fully cooked inside.
While the meatballs simmer, cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Plate a serving of whole wheat spaghetti and top with the juicy meatballs and rich herb tomato sauce. Garnish with extra fresh basil if desired and serve warm.