Creamy Spaghetti & Meatballs (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1 large egg
02 - 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
03 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1/4 cup water
08 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste
09 - 1 pound ground beef
10 - 1 pound ground pork
11 - 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

→ Sauce

13 - 3 tablespoons butter
14 - 1 small yellow onion, chopped
15 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
16 - 3 cups marinara sauce
17 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
18 - 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
19 - 12 oz spaghetti
20 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
21 - 1 teaspoon sweet paprika

# Instructions:

01 - Mix egg, herbs, seasonings, and wet ingredients. Add meats, breadcrumbs, and cheese. Form into balls.
02 - Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, flip, then 10 more minutes until browned.
03 - Sauté onion and garlic in butter. Add marinara, sugar, and cream. Simmer 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add flour slurry to thicken, then seasonings.
05 - Add pasta to sauce, cook 5 minutes. Add meatballs and toss gently.

# Notes:

01 - Use high-quality marinara
02 - Can make meatballs ahead
03 - Garnish with extra cheese

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