Homemade baked meatballs and a simple marinara sauce make this Spaghetti and Meatballs an easy, classic Italian dinner they’ll devour!
Classic for a Reason
Al dente pasta, a simple sauce and savory meatballs — it’s classic Spaghetti and Meatballs night and I’ll be going back for seconds. If you need midweek dinner inspiration, you just can’t go wrong with a big bowl of steaming, delicious pasta and perfectly seasoned meatballs. My kids would eat it every night if they could!
How to Make Simple Marinara Sauce
Learn how to make a Simple Marinara Sauce for pasta, pizzas or as a dip for appetizers. Homemade marinara is so flavorful, you’ll never want go back to jarred sauce again!
Choose Your Noodle!
Confession: we don’t use spaghetti in our spaghetti and meatballs. Once we discovered bucatini, there was no going back. Bucatini is a long noodle, like spaghetti, but it has a tiny hole through it like ziti does, but much smaller. This tube down the middle traps a little of the sauce giving pasta dishes this extra layer of amazingness. Try it! You won’t be sorry!
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What Do I Need to Make Spaghetti and Meatballs?
- Bucatini or spaghetti
- Simple Marinara Sauce
- Easy Homemade Baked Meatballs
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnishing
- Chopped fresh basil, for garnishing
How to Make Spaghetti and Meatballs
- Cook the bucatini or spaghetti al dente according to package directions, drain and return to pot.
- Add the prepared simple marinara sauce and easy homemade baked meatballs to the pot with the cooked pasta.
- Gently toss to combine. Garnish with the Parmesan and basil when serving, if desired.
More Italian Dinner Night Faves
- Chicken Parmesan: Tender, juicy breaded chicken cutlets under melting cheese and a layer of perfectly simple marinara sauce. Make dinner an event to remember with delicious Homemade Chicken Parmesan.
- Tuscan Tortellini Soup: This Tuscan Tortellini Soup is a comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for a chilly winter day. It’s so easy to make and is bursting with delicious Tuscan flavors!
- Ravioli Lasagna: A creamy spinach and ricotta filling between layers of cheese ravioli and an Italian sausage pasta sauce all topped with melting mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. It’s heaven in a casserole dish! Ravioli Lasagna is a hearty, filling, delicious dinner that’s easy to make and everyone loves!
- Chicken Parmesan Casserole: No boiling pasta or breading chicken to make this Chicken Parmesan Casserole. An incredibly easy and fun spin on a classic the whole family will love!
How to Store Spaghetti and Meatballs
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
Reheat in a covered microwave-safe dish with a little water or some extra marinara sauce, in 30 second intervals, until heated through.
If you make this Spaghetti and Meatballs and post a pic to social, be sure to tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the recipes and ideas I share. Enjoy!
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Spaghetti and Meatballs
Description
Homemade baked meatballs and a simple marinara sauce make this Spaghetti and Meatballs an easy, classic Italian dinner they’ll devour!
Ingredients
- 1 (12-ounce) box bucatini or spaghetti pasta
- 2 cups Simple Marinara Sauce
- 24 Easy Homemade Baked Meatballs
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnishing
- Chopped fresh basil, for garnishing
Instructions
- Cook the bucatini or spaghetti to al dente according to package directions, drain and return to pot.
- Add the prepared marinara sauce and baked meatballs to the pot with the cooked pasta. Gently toss to combine.
- Garnish with the Parmesan and basil when serving.
Fantastic flavor in the meatballs! I added chopped onions and minced red peppers to a jar of marinara sauce for a delicious quick meal!
Hi, Dorothy! I am so glad you enjoyed it! I definitely default to the jarred sauce sometimes, too. So happy you tried it.