Classic Gluten-Free Spaghetti and Meatballs

American · Year-round · 60 min · Serves 4 · By The Lesapor Kitchen

This classic spaghetti and meatballs dish is perfect for any night of the week. By using gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs, it's friendly for those with gluten sensitivities while maintaining all the comfort of the original.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/3 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) gluten-free marinara sauce
  • 12 ounces gluten-free spaghetti
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes per batch. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Return meatballs to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Meanwhile, cook gluten-free spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and transfer to the skillet with sauce and meatballs.
  6. Toss the spaghetti and meatballs in the sauce until well coated. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.