Mini Meatballs with Spaghetti
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Mini Meatballs with Spaghetti

Tiny, tender meatballs in a mild tomato sauce over spaghetti. A toddler-sized Italian classic.

Prep15 min
Cook15 min
Serves1 toddler
Weight~210g

Ingredients

Ground beef/pork mix

Ground beef/pork mix

60g

Spaghetti

Spaghetti

50g (dry)

Tomato sauce

Tomato sauce

3 tbsp

Broccoli

Broccoli

3 florets

Breadcrumbs

Breadcrumbs

1 tbsp

Nutrition per Serving

Calories310
Protein
18g
Carbs
36g
Fat
10g
Fiber
3g
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Instructions

1

Mix ground meat with breadcrumbs and a pinch of salt. Roll into marble-sized balls.

2

Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain.

3

Pan-fry meatballs over medium heat for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally.

4

Add tomato sauce to the pan and simmer for 3 minutes.

5

Steam broccoli florets for 4 minutes.

6

Serve spaghetti topped with meatballs and sauce, broccoli on the side.

Finished Mini Meatballs with Spaghetti

Finished Dish

Approximate weight: ~210g

Per serving

310 cal