Classic with whole grain pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 onion
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1/2 bunch flat-leaf parsley
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12 oz (350g) ground beef
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1 egg
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3 tablespoons whole wheat breadcrumbs
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Freshly ground black pepper
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Salt
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
→ Tomato Sauce
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1 onion
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1 garlic clove
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2 tablespoons canola oil
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2 tablespoons tomato paste
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28 oz (800g) canned diced tomatoes
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Pinch of red pepper flakes
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Pinch of sugar
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1 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g., thyme, oregano, rosemary)
→ Side Dish
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14 oz (400g) whole wheat spaghetti
# Instructions:
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Finely dice the onion and wash and chop the parsley. In a bowl, thoroughly mix the ground beef with the egg, breadcrumbs, diced onions, and chopped parsley. Season with paprika, pepper, and salt. With slightly dampened hands, form about 20 small meatballs and roll them in flour.
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Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions in plenty of salted water until al dente.
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Heat the canola oil in a large skillet and brown the floured meatballs on all sides until they develop a light crust. Remove the browned meatballs from the pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, dice the onion and finely chop the garlic for the sauce. Sauté both for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add the tomato paste and briefly sauté until fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes, bring to a boil, and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Season with red pepper flakes, sugar, dried herbs, pepper, and salt.
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Return the browned meatballs to the tomato sauce and simmer for another 7-8 minutes until they are completely cooked through. Drain the finished spaghetti and serve with the meatballs and tomato sauce on top.
# Notes:
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Whole wheat pasta is a true nutritional powerhouse. Its mineral content is about four times higher than white pasta, and it contains valuable fiber.
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You can prepare the meatballs in advance and freeze them. This way, you'll always have a quick meal ready.
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For a vegetarian version, you can replace the ground beef with soy granules or a ready-made plant-based ground meat alternative.