Homemade Spaghettios One Pot (Print)
Tender pasta, savory mini meatballs, and rich tomato sauce create a family-friendly meal ready in just one pot.
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce
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650 ml beef broth
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120 ml half and half cream
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2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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0.5 chicken bouillon cube
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0.75 teaspoon dried oregano
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0.75 teaspoon dried basil
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0.75 teaspoon dried parsley
→ Mini Meatballs
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340 grams ground beef
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33 grams crushed Ritz crackers or substitute with Italian or Panko breadcrumbs
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45 ml half and half cream or substitute with milk
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1 egg, whisked
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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0.75 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.75 teaspoon salt
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0.75 teaspoon onion powder
→ Pasta and Finish
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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225 grams tomato sauce
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50 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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225 grams Anellini pasta
# Steps:
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In a large measuring jug, combine beef broth, half and half, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, chicken bouillon, dried oregano, basil, and parsley. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, crushed crackers or breadcrumbs, half and half, whisked egg, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and onion powder until just combined.
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Roll meat mixture into 2 cm meatballs and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes; optionally broil for 1 minute at 245°C to brown tops. Set aside.
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Melt butter in a large soup pot over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and tomato paste, stirring for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, add pasta, and return to a simmer. Cook uncovered per pasta package instructions, stirring with a silicone spatula to prevent sticking.
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Test pasta for doneness. Add baked meatballs and stir gently. Sprinkle in Parmesan and mix to combine. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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For optimal flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan. Anellini pasta is traditional, but similar small shapes, such as Ditalini, may be substituted.
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Frozen mini meatballs can be used for convenience; bake per package instructions.
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Tomato paste tubes enable precise measurement and storage.
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Dish may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.