This recipe for Anna's Amazing Easy Pleasy Meatballs over Buttered Noodles is a family favorite comfort food dish that is both delicious and simple to make. Juicy meatballs cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce and served over buttered noodles make for a hearty and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 jar of marinara sauce
- 1 lb of cooked spaghetti noodles
- 2 tbsp butter
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- In a separate pot, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat.
- Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions.
- Once noodles are cooked, drain and toss with butter until coated.
- Serve the meatballs and sauce over the buttered noodles. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Meatballs are a classic comfort food dish that can be traced back to Ancient Rome.
Adding breadcrumbs to the meat mixture helps to keep the meatballs moist and tender.
Buttering the noodles adds richness and flavor to the dish.