How to Make Jansen's Spaghetti Sauce and Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a big plate of spaghetti and meatballs, and Jansen's Spaghetti Sauce and Meatballs is a recipe that will have you coming back for seconds. This classic Italian dish is a favorite among both kids and adults, and is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual weekend gathering with friends. With its rich, flavorful sauce and tender, savory meatballs, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (28 ounce) cans chopped tomatoes
  • 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine
  • 1 ¼ pounds ground meatloaf mix (beef, pork veal)
  • 1 ½ cups crushed corn flakes cereal
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • For the sauce, combine the chopped tomatoes, 2 cans tomato paste, tomato sauce, 4 teaspoons oregano, 2 teaspoons parsley, basil, 2 teaspoons sugar, salt, 6 cloves garlic, olive oil, and red wine in a large, heavy pot. Cover, and cook over medium heat until bubbling. Uncover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for at least one hour, stirring often.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, corn flakes, eggs, 3 garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons tomato paste, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 tablespoons dried parsley, 1 tablespoon sugar, garlic salt, nutmeg, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well with a large fork. Form the meat mixture into 1 1/2 inch firm balls. Place the meatballs on the prepared pan.
  • Bake meatballs until browned and cooked though, about 20 to 30 minutes. Drop cooked meatballs into hot spaghetti sauce, and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    416 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 148mg
    • Sodium: 1849mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 250mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1534mg