Spaghetti with Meatballs: The Classic of Italian-American Cuisine 🍝
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Spaghetti with meatballs is one of the most iconic and recognizable dishes of Italian-American cuisine. Loved by generations, it’s a comfort food that combines the simplicity of the ingredients with the richness of the flavors. Despite its Italian roots, this dish has acquired a new identity in the United States, becoming a symbol of the cultural fusion between two worlds. Let’s discover together the history, the ingredients, and all the steps to prepare it perfectly.
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🛒 Ingredients
For the Meatballs (about 15-18 pieces)
500 g of ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
100 g of breadcrumbs
50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 clove of finely chopped garlic
Fresh chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for frying
For the Tomato Sauce
700 ml of tomato passata
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
1 clove of garlic
A few fresh basil leaves
Salt to taste
For the Pasta
400 g of spaghetti
Water and coarse salt for cooking
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👨🍳 Step-by-Step Preparation
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