Cooking spaghetti and meatballs on the stove top is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Ingredients you'll need:
- Spaghetti pasta
- Meatballs (pre-made or homemade)
- Tomato sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
Cook the Meatballs:
- If you are using pre-made meatballs, follow the instructions on the package for cooking.
- If you are making homemade meatballs, you can cook them in a large skillet or frying pan. Add a drizzle of olive oil to the pan and place it over medium heat. Add the meatballs to the pan and cook them until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of the meatballs.
Prepare the Tomato Sauce:
- If using store-bought tomato sauce, simply heat it in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- If making homemade tomato sauce, you can do so in the same pan you used for the meatballs. Remove the cooked meatballs from the pan, set them aside, and then add the tomato sauce to the same pan. Heat the sauce until it's warm and simmering.
Cook the Spaghetti:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
- Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until the pasta is al dente (cooked but still slightly firm to the bite).
- Drain the cooked spaghetti in a colander.
Combine Meatballs and Sauce:
- Once the tomato sauce is warmed, add the cooked meatballs to the saucepan and let them simmer in the sauce for a few minutes, ensuring they are coated with the sauce.
Serve:
- Plate the cooked spaghetti and top it with the meatballs and tomato sauce.
- You can garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Now your delicious spaghetti and meatballs are ready to be served! Enjoy your homemade Italian meal.