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Spaghetti & Meatballs

Contrary to popular belief, spaghetti and meatballs are not an authentic Italian dish. The true Italian way of eating meatballs is simply on their own (the name of the dish is polpettes), with or without sauce. Italian-American cuisine put its own spin on things, by piling meatballs in red sauce atop spaghetti. We're not complaining. Get the recipe here.


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INGREDIENTS

  • 5 Potatoes
  • 1.5 Cup shredded zucchini
  • 3/4 Cup shredded cheese
  • 3/ Cup milk
  • 1/3 Cup coriander, chopped
  • 1/3 Cup basil, chopped
  • Parmesan, to sprinkle
  • Salt and pepper, to season

METHOD

  1. Chop the potatoes in half, boil until very tender and drain.
  2. In a bowl, combine the potatoes and zucchini. Add the grated cheese, milk, coriander, basil, salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly. 
  3. On a baking tray, spoon out the zucchini-potato mixture and form into balls. 
  4. Sprinkle with Parmesan and grated cheese, and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
  5. When golden, remove from oven... and enjoy!