Gluten Free Spaghetti and Meatballs
If you’ve been missing a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs like this since going gluten free, this version finally comes together the way you want it to. It’s the kind of meal that makes this lifestyle feel easier, especially when you’re planning a week of low-stress dinners.
Servings 4
Calories 221kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of gluten free spaghetti cook according to package
- 2 1/2 cups gluten free Marinara sauce homemade or store bought
- For Meatballs:
- 1 small onion minced
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley or 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley
- 1 egg beaten
- 3 tablespoons of ketchup
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup gluten free bread crumbs
- 1 pound ground beef 80/20% works best
Instructions
Cook Spaghetti:
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.8 ounces of gluten free spaghetti
Prepare meatballs:
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix onions, parsley, egg, ketchup, garlic, salt and pepper into your ground beef. Stir in the cheese and GF breadcrumbs. Combine and shape into meatballs.1 small onion, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, 1 egg, 3 tablespoons of ketchup, 3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper, 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese, ¼ cup gluten free bread crumbs, 1 pound ground beef
- Either fry meatballs in oil and brown them well on all sides over medium-low heat, turning carefully about 10 minutes or broil, as I do, for 5 minutes on each side.
- Then transfer the meatballs to sauce, cover, and simmer on the lowest heat for 25 to 30 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through.2 1/2 cups gluten free Marinara sauce
- Serve hot over cooked GF spaghetti and pass the grated Parmesan.
Notes
Can I substitute the ground beef with another type of ground meat? Definitely! While ground beef is traditionally used in meatballs, you can substitute it with ground chicken, turkey, pork, or a combination of meats. Just keep in mind that different meats may have different cooking times and fat content, which can affect the texture and flavor of the meatballs.
How long can I store the leftover meatballs and sauce? Leftover meatballs and sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you have a large batch, you can also freeze them for longer storage. Allow them to cool completely, place them in a freezer-safe container or bag, and they should keep well for up to 3 months. Just thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
The calorie information for the meatballs is provided as a courtesy and is only approximate.
Please add 190 calories for a 2 ounce serving of spaghetti.
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcal
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