{"id":2543,"date":"2020-02-23T14:02:24","date_gmt":"2020-02-23T21:02:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/?p=2543"},"modified":"2024-07-23T17:08:38","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T23:08:38","slug":"spaghetti-and-meatballs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/","title":{"rendered":"Spaghetti and Meatballs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs<\/strong> &#8211; A traditional dish with incredible flavor. This recipe includes how to get the most tender, moist meatballs and a homemade marinara sauce &#8211; classic Italian comfort food, made easy.  <\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #343434;color:#343434\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#Comfort_Food\" >Comfort Food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#Ingredients_for_Spaghetti_and_Meatballs\" >Ingredients for Spaghetti and Meatballs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#How_To_Make_Spaghetti_And_Meatballs\" >How To Make Spaghetti And Meatballs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#How_To_Serve_This\" >How To Serve This<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#Tips_On_How_To_Get_The_Perfect_Meatballs\" >Tips On How To Get The Perfect Meatballs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#Can_I_Make_This_in_Advance\" >Can I Make This in Advance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#How_to_Store_Leftovers\" >How to Store Leftovers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/spaghetti-and-meatballs\/#Did_You_Like_This_Recipe_Try_These\" >Did You Like This Recipe? 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A perfect pair, they go hand in hand. It&#8217;s the first dish that comes to mind when someone says &#8220;Italian food&#8221; for me, and will always be one of my favourites &#8211; to eat and make!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I previously showed you how to make your own fresh homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/marinara-sauce\/\">marinara sauce<\/a> that you can use in this recipe, however feel free to use store bought. This delicious marinara sauce will inevitably end up smothering big, hearty meatballs made from scratch. A big dish of comfort waiting for you in your own home.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-for-spaghetti-and-meatballs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_for_Spaghetti_and_Meatballs\"><\/span>Ingredients for Spaghetti and Meatballs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1125\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-750x1125.jpg\" alt=\"overhead shot of all ingredients needed to make spaghetti and meatballs\" class=\"wp-image-2729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-93x140.jpg 93w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-654x980.jpg 654w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-650x974.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-40x60.jpg 40w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-340x510.jpg 340w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-ingredients.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep scrolling to the recipe card for full ingredient amounts and instructions or click &#8220;Jump To Recipe&#8221; at the top of the page!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meatballs\">Meatballs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ground beef<\/strong> &#8211; You can use whatever protein you like. Pork or a mixture of pork and beef would work well. If using chicken or turkey your meatballs may have more of a dry texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs<\/strong> &#8211; Large.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Onion<\/strong> &#8211; Small,\u00a0grated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parmesan Cheese<\/strong> &#8211; I used fresh, finely grated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic<\/strong> &#8211; Fresh is best!\u00a0Minced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Panko Breadcrumbs<\/strong> &#8211; Used as a binding agent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milk<\/strong> &#8211; To keep moisture in the meatballs and help bind ingredients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oregano<\/strong> &#8211; I used dried.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt and Pepper<\/strong> &#8211; To taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Parsley<\/strong> &#8211; Fresh,\u00a0finely chopped.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spaghetti-and-marinara\">Spaghetti and Marinara<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marinara Sauce<\/strong> &#8211; Use this homemade <a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/marinara-sauce\/\">Marinara Sauce Recipe<\/a> or you can use your favourite store-bought.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spaghetti<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0Packaged, uncooked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-spaghetti-and-meatballs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Spaghetti_And_Meatballs\"><\/span>How To Make Spaghetti And Meatballs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1078\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-750x1078.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make spaghetti and meatballs\" class=\"wp-image-2731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-750x1078.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-97x140.jpg 97w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-654x940.jpg 654w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-650x934.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-300x431.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-42x60.jpg 42w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-340x489.jpg 340w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots-1069x1536.jpg 1069w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-process-shots.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook Pasta<\/strong> &#8211; Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until it&#8217;s al dente. Drain, but reserve 1\/2 cup of the pasta water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preheat Oven<\/strong> &#8211; Preheat the oven to 425 F degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make Meatballs<\/strong> &#8211; In a large bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients together until well combined. Form the mixture into 1 1\/2 inch meatballs. Place the meatballs on prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Simmer and Finish<\/strong> &#8211; Add the marinara sauce and reserved pasta water to a large pot or skillet and bring to a simmer. Remove half the sauce and toss with cooked spaghetti. Add the meatballs into the remaining sauce and toss. Reduce the heat to simmer the meatballs for about 5 to 10 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garnish and<\/strong> <strong>Serve<\/strong> &#8211; Serve the meatballs over your spaghetti, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with parsley or basil.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-750x938.jpg\" alt=\"overhead shot of a large skillet with marinara sauce and meatballs garnished with parmesan cheese and basil\" class=\"wp-image-2733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-654x818.jpg 654w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-650x813.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-300x375.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-48x60.jpg 48w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16-340x425.jpg 340w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-16.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-serve-this\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Serve_This\"><\/span>How To Serve This<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Spaghetti and meatballs is a dish best served among friends and family. There&#8217;s nothing like a big group enjoying a nice meal together and this classic is the perfect dinner to serve for a large group. I like to serve mine &#8220;family style&#8221; with a big plate in the middle of the table where everyone serves themselves. Paired with a nice, crunchy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/garlic-cheese-bread\/\">garlic bread<\/a> and fresh <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/chopped-salad\/\">caprese salad<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/chopped-salad\/\">chopped salad<\/a> &#8211; it&#8217;s the ultimate dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-on-how-to-get-the-perfect-meatballs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_On_How_To_Get_The_Perfect_Meatballs\"><\/span>Tips On How To Get The Perfect Meatballs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Use good quality meat<\/em><\/strong>! If you want the best meatballs you need a good meat. Protein with a higher fat content will make for the juiciest meatballs! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Don&#8217;t be afraid to get your hands dirty<\/em><\/strong>! Using your hands allows you to not over mix your meatballs. Over mixing can cause your meatballs to lose their texture quality. Wet your hands with water as needed to keep the meat mixture from sticking, this also makes it easier to roll the meatballs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Don&#8217;t use too much panko!<\/em><\/strong> While breadcrumbs are what give the meatballs their bulkiness and texture, you don&#8217;t want to overdo it. Using too much panko can make your meatballs stiff and dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Handle your meatballs with care!<\/em><\/strong> When rolling your meatballs, you don&#8217;t want to pack them too tightly or they will become dense and lose moisture causing your meatballs to turn out chewy, tough and rubbery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>Keep your meatballs the same size!<\/em><\/strong> This will allow them to cook evenly avoiding any burning or undercooking. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-750x938.jpg\" alt=\"a large bowl filled with spaghetti and meatballs\" class=\"wp-image-2734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-112x140.jpg 112w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-654x818.jpg 654w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-650x813.jpg 650w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-300x375.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-48x60.jpg 48w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2-340x425.jpg 340w, https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/spaghetti-and-meatballs-1-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-can-i-make-this-in-advance\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Make_This_in_Advance\"><\/span>Can I Make This in Advance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bonus! Meatballs can&nbsp;be made a day in&nbsp;advance&nbsp;and cooked up to 24 hours later &#8211; just make sure to cover and store in the fridge. You can also cook your meatballs beforehand and refrigerate for up to three days before reheating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meatballs&nbsp;can also be stored in the freezer! They will last for up to a month when frozen&nbsp;raw &#8211; just form your balls and keep them in an airtight container in the freezer for convenient use. You can also do this with your homemade marinara sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-leftovers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Leftovers\"><\/span>How to Store Leftovers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.  To reheat, pop in the microwave or skillet until heated through. You can use your leftover meatballs and sauce for meatball subs the next day! 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votes<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"header-item description-wrap\">\n\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spaghetti_and_Meatballs\"><\/span>Spaghetti and Meatballs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><em><strong>Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs<\/strong><\/em><em> &#8211; A traditional dish with incredible flavor.<\/em> <em>This recipe includes how to get the most tender, moist meatballs and a homemade marinara sauce &#8211; classic Italian comfort food, made easy.<\/em><\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-info-columns\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text- wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> 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class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;Parmesan cheese&#032;finely grated\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Parmesan cheese<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely grated<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;cloves&#032;garlic&#032;minced\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cloves<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">garlic<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">minced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;Panko breadcrumbs\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Panko breadcrumbs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2\/3&#032;cups&#032;milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2\/3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;dried oregano\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dried oregano<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;pepper\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pepper<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;cup&#032;fresh parsley&#032;finely chopped\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh parsley<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">finely chopped<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Spaghetti and Meatballs<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4&#032;cups&#032;marinara sauce\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/marinara-sauce\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">marinara sauce<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"-1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;pound&#032;spaghetti&#032;uncooked\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pound<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">spaghetti<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">uncooked<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-2544 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"2544\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"2544\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-2544-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-2544-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"2544\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul style=\"--wprm-advanced-list-background: #343434;--wprm-advanced-list-size: 22px;--wprm-advanced-list-text-size: 10px;\" class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until it&#x27;s al dente. Drain but reserve 1\/2 cup of the pasta water.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat the oven to 425 F degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients together until well combined. Form the mixture into 1 1\/2 inch meatballs. Wet your hands with water as needed to keep the meat mixture from sticking, this also makes it easier to roll the meatblls. You should end up with about 35 meatballs, depending on size.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the marinara sauce to a large pot or skillet and bring to a simmer. Remove half the sauce and toss with cooked spaghetti. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the meatballs into the remaining sauce and toss. Reduce the heat to simmer the meatballs for about 5 to 10 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-2544-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Serve the meatballs over spaghetti, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese and garnished with parsley or basil.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"tips-notes\">\n\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-2544-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Tips &amp; Notes:<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ol>\n<li>Recipe will yield about 35 meatballs, depending on size of meatballs.<\/li>\n<li>Meatballs can\u00a0be made a day in\u00a0advance\u00a0and cooked up to 24 hours later &#8211; just make sure to cover and store in the fridge. You can also cook your meatballs beforehand and refrigerate for up to three days before reheating.<\/li>\n<li>Meatballs\u00a0can also be stored in the freezer! They will last for up to a month when frozen\u00a0raw &#8211; just form your balls and keep them in an airtight container in the freezer for convenient use. You can also do this with your homemade marinara sauce.<\/li>\n<li>Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, pop in the microwave or skillet until heated through. You can use your leftover meatballs and sauce for meatball subs the next day!<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-nutrition\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div id=\"recipe-2544-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">nutrition facts<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">653<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (33%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">54<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (18%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">34<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (68%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">33<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (51%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (75%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">140<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (47%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1462<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (64%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">931<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (27%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (17%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (10%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1005<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (20%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (17%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">173<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (17%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: #333333\"> (28%)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-tags\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Joanna Cismaru<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dinner, Main Course<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">Italian<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-footer\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"card-after recipe-after\"><div class=\"wrap\">\n<p><strong>before you go!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-did-you-try-this-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Did_you_try_this_recipe\"><\/span>Did you try this recipe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cravinghomecooked.com\/honey-garlic-chicken-bites\/#respond\">Leave us a recipe rating<\/a> below + tag @cravinghomecooked on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cravinghomecooked\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">instagram<\/a> and hashtag it 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This recipe includes how to get the most tender, moist meatballs and a homemade marinara sauce &#8211; classic Italian comfort food, made easy. Comfort Food Nothing says comfort food like a big bowl of spaghetti and meatballs. 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