Serve a classic Italian-inspired dish for dinner. Whether you’re serving adults or a family-friendly crew, this dish is a pitch-perfect crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

• Coarse salt and ground pepper 
• 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving 
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 
• 1 large egg 
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs 
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree 
• 3/4 pound spaghetti

Instructions

• Set a large pot of salted water to boil. In a bowl, combine Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add beef and breadcrumbs; mix gently. Form into 16 balls.
• In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add meatballs, and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cover partially, and cook, stirring occasionally, until meatballs are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, and return to pot; add meatballs and sauce, and toss gently. Serve with Parmesan.