Classic Spaghetti & Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lb. ground skinless turkey breast
• 1/2 lb. lean ground pork (10% or less fat)
• 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 2 egg whites
• 1/4 cup fat-free milk
• 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp. chopped fresh oregano 2 tsp. dried
• 1 lb. whole-wheat spaghetti
• 1 oz. Parmesan cheese

Makes 10 Servings (1 cup spaghetti & sauce with 2 meatballs per serving)

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Spray a 10 X 15-inch jelly-roll pan with nonstick spray; set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil; add the onions and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, 7-10 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, pork, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, egg whites, milk, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and half of the cooked onions and garlic. Shape into 20 balls and place in a single layer without touching each other on the jelly-roll pan. Bake until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
4. In a large saucepan, bring the tomatoes and remaining half of the cooked onions and garlic to a boil; add the meatballs. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the meatballs are cooked through, 18-20 minutes. Stir in the oregano.
5. Meanwhile, cook he spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Toss the spaghetti with the meatballs in a large serving bowl and serve with shaved Parmesan.

WW POINTS VALUE: 7 pts.

 

Note: This recipe appears in the WW New Complete Cookbook. Who does not love Italian comfort food once in a while? Whether you're serving a crowd or it's family night, this is the perfect meal to serve. You can have your spaghetti and meatballs and eat them too. I highly recommend using whole wheat pasta if you're on a diet. Nobody will taste the difference. These meatballs are so succulent and juicy they will melt in your mouth along with the spaghetti and tomato sauce. I highly recommend adding a touch of basil and parsley to the meatball mixture for a more authentic Italian taste. You can also use ground beef, turkey, chicken, pork or veal in this recipe are your dinner will still be delicious.