Spicy spaghetti os

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INGREDIENTS:

  • Meatballs:
  • 1/3 cup ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh sage leaves
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup Italian style breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 pounds (8 ounces) ground beef, 85 percent fat
  • Canola oil
  • Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (28 ounces) can crushed tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons red wine
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 pound ditilini pasta
  • 2 ounces shaved Parmesan, to serve
  • 1/3 cup basil leaves, to serve


    • METHOD:

    In a food processor, add ricotta, oil and garlic; pulse until smooth.
    Add sage, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
    Process until fully blended.
    Add beef and pulse 3 to 4 times, just until mixed.

    Scoop out heaping tablespoonfuls of mixture.
    Gently roll mixture between palms to form balls and place on a lined sheet tray.

    In a sauté pan, add 1 inch of canola oil on medium-high heat.
    When hot, add meatballs.
    Do not overcrowd the pan.
    Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until light golden and crisp.
    Flip to other side.
    Remove to a sheet tray and set aside.

    Make the sauce: In the sauté pan, add olive oil.
    When hot, add onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
    Stir in garlic; sauté for 30 seconds.
    Add remaining ingredients to pan and stir to combine.

    Bring to a boil.
    Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered, for about 15 to 20 minutes, until sauce thickens.

    Add meatballs to sauce and gently simmer for 10 minutes.

    Cook pasta according to package, drain and add to sauté pan with sauce and meatballs.

    Gently toss pasta to cover with sauce.
    Top with shaved Parmesan and fresh basil.

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    COMMENTS / REVIEWS

    1. D
      DD Can Cook

      i loved it so simple but very elegant.

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      Lydia

      Thank you so much for this recipe!

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      Becky

      Wow. Fantastic! Followed the instructions to the letter and this was awesome...

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      Tracy

      I work all day every day M-S. On my way home from work, I read this article, got home followed all the instructions they all taste good. Thank you for the recipe!!

    5. M
      Min

      Love this recipe

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      Heidi A

      Loved this recipe! Simple and delicious.

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      Sharon

      This is one of my husbands favorite things I make. I found your recipe years ago and he still requests it! Thanks!

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      Susan

      This recipe is amazing!

    9. S
      Sarah

      I've made this several times…so good! it turned out delicous. Thanks for this recipe!!!!

    10. K
      Katy

      So months later I finally found time to make this five minute recipe.

    11. T
      Tracy

      I will be trying it

    12. C
      Cajun

      What an absolutely wonderful recipe

    13. C
      Christel

      It's very tasty and very easy to cook,

    14. S
      Sue

      Hi there -- just wanted to say thanks for the recipe.

    15. P
      Penny

      Made this for a gathering last night. Everyone raved and asked for the recipe. I was almost embarrassed by how easy it it. Spectacular dish!

    16. L
      Lindsey

      So nice .. i wish i could make these

    17. D
      Diana

      You are a culinary genius! We loved the recipe.

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