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Nonna's Classic St Joseph's Spaghetti
A favorite family recipe for a hearty spaghetti dish full of flavor.
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Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
25
minutes
minutes
Total Time:
40
minutes
minutes
Servings:
4
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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12
oz
spaghetti
Use your favorite type of spaghetti.
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1.5
cups
marinara sauce
Store-bought or homemade.
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1
cup
cooked meatballs
Add a touch of garlic for flavor.
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0.5
cup
grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly grated is best for flavor.
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2
tsp
olive oil
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0.5
tsp
red pepper flakes
Adjust to taste.
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1
tsp
dried basil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Boil water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt.
Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package directions.
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add marinara sauce, meatballs, red pepper flakes, and basil to the pan.
Simmer sauce until heated through, about 10 minutes.
Drain spaghetti and add to the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For an extra touch, drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil before serving.