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Spaghetti and Meatballs

salt and pepper

1/4 cup grated parmesan, plus more for serving

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 large egg

450g beef mince

1/4 cup plain dired breadcrumbs

1 tbsp olive oil

1 can tinned tomatoes

300g spaghetti

Method

Set a large pot of salted water to boil.  In a bowl combine parmesan, parsley, 

garlic, egg, 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp pepper.  Add beef and breadcrumbs, 

mix gently, then form into 16 balls.

In a large frying pan heat oil, then add meatballs, turn occasionally 

until browned 8-10 mins.  Add tomatoes, bring to the boil, then simmer, 

cover partially and cook stirring occasionally until meatballs are 

cooked through 10-12 mins.

Meanwhile cook pasta until al dente.  Drain and return to pot, add meatballs 

and sauce, toss gently and serve with extra parmesan.