Easy Homemade Spaghetti O’s with Meatballs
Enjoy a comforting twist on a childhood favorite with these Easy Homemade Spaghetti O’s with Meatballs. This delightful one-pot dish combines tender beef meatballs and fun Annelini pasta in a rich, savory tomato sauce that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or nostalgic lunches, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also full of flavor that both kids and adults will love. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the seasonings to suit your family’s tastes. Get ready for a meal that brings joy and warmth to the table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 (6-7 ounce) can tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons pizza seasoning or dried oregano
- 2 cups frozen mini beef meatballs
- 5–6 cups beef broth or water
- 16 ounces dried Annelini pasta
- Optional: ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large nonstick stock pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add tomato paste, pizza seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder; cook until the mixture darkens (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in sugar (if using), meatballs, and 5 cups of broth; bring to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring frequently. Add more broth if needed.
- Once cooked, turn off heat and mix in Parmesan cheese (if using). Adjust seasoning as desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg