The Best Spaghetti and Meatballs You'll Ever Make (Restaurant-Quality) | Epicurious 101

[@max-zl1vm]

Love how frank always explains the options and why he does things the way he does.

[@QrowAru]

The sheer coincidence that I literally just bought ingredients for Spaghetti & meatballs for dinner tonight as this video comes up. This was an enjoyable watch.

[@joeycrittenden]

But did you get the ingredients to make your own cheese like Frank prefers?

[@ethanlim3222]

It's a sign...

[@generalnawaki]

@@joeycrittenden By which you mean did they buy the cows to give birth to the cows that he raised to milk to make the cheese by hand?

[@DeimosOmega06]

​@@generalnawaki what on earth is this Einstein lvl question?

[@LSSJ0]

No coincidence, its just your phone listening to your whole life 😊

[@MyUsernameIsAlsoBort]

Frank was always my favorite of the pro chefs on this channel going way back to the beginning. It's nice to see that not only does he get his own solo videos now, but how much more comfortable on camera his now compared to then.

[@davidmilhouscarter8198]

10:12 Frank swimming in the Pacific Ocean: “It needs more salt.”

[@aldamayopanadjam7504]

Frank Ocean

[@Hardcoresual]

Is the Pacific the saltiest?

[@jasminekayneridabasillote6880]

@@Hardcoresual Dead Sea?!

[@samspetifore9875]

I love how Frank keeps mentioning his grandmother and her cooking style. It’s so important to keep traditions alive in this day and age - especially with cooking. Great video!

[@jyusatsu]

As one who grew up in my grandma's cooking and tough love, I agree and love Frank for that.

[@DoctorChained]

Everything fresh. Including black pepper. That's very important. But his grandma's canned tomatoes? That's a yes!! No bias at all.

[@nullakjg767]

why didnt he put veal in it tho?

[@mickkruger]

Made this for my girls…turned out way better than my traditional spaghetti! This is my new recipe.

[@K4familySnoeberger]

This is my first time seeing a recipe on this channel. I've never seen this channel before. I have never seen Frank, and I really enjoyed him and his teaching. I can't wait to make this recipe. It sounds and looks so delicious.

[@rikachiu]

I just watched 10 frank videos in a row. Am I addicted to Frank Style?

[@SeñorMalc]

He explains things thoroughly but simply. Love it!

[@gosman949]

but he doesn't give us the recipe!

[@JohnCipriano-nl8cp]

After I add my Garlic one minute l Add Tomato paste and cook it , then I add Burgundy and deglaze the Pot concentrate until almost dry , NOW I add the Tomato Italian hole peeled in a hand crushed then some Red pepper flakes dried oregano bay leaf then the cooked MEATBALLS, When the sauce is almost done Add FRESH TORN BASIL AND IT STEMS (you can always take them out before serving I have been making it For Over FORTY YEARS NOW 😋🇮🇹🧆

[@SimpleRecipes-zv1ov]

"Thank you for sharing your cooking steps! 😊 It sounds like a delicious sauce with all those flavors, especially the garlic and burgundy. I love how you deglaze the pot; it really adds depth to the dish! If you're interested, I have a fantastic meatball recipe on my channel that you might enjoy. Happy cooking! 🍽❤"

[@powerman2610]

try adding finely chopped carrots to your meatballs..trust

[@giovanni4304]

Thank you for clarifying that Spaghetti and Meatballs is an Italian-American dish, people think I'm insane when I tell them it doesn't exist in Italy. They have polpette al sugo which is meatballs in sauce but it's never served with pasta.

[@bk4869]

Now this chef knows what he's doing. Thank you for the great video.

[@lingpang7209]

I love it when Frank cooks his traditional recipes.

[@BillGreenAZ]

I like to use nitrile gloves to mash my meatballs together. If I don't don't take the meat out of the refrigerator soon enough my hands get quite cold mixing everything up. It's also handy to just peel the gloves off after mixing the meat and then throwing them away.

[@mr.martyr8573]

Cooking the meatballs IN THE SAUCE is KEY! Also, I use chicken stock with my mix instead of milk. It's most certainly made a difference.

[@shac9131]

I don't believe I ever heard of that. I don't buy milk unless I must, and I have powdered milk if I need only a little, but chicken broth! That's one I like

[@debankrom6636]

Who puts a fabulous recipe on KZbin without the written recipe option? EPICURIOUS, apparently!🤔

[@Crookedriverhooligan]

Live dangerously experiment yourself

[@tiadavenport5465]

Thank you. My grandma and yours must have grown up in the same area of Italy. We make this sauce all the time.

[@paulvenn4447]

Thank you Grandma for giving us both this awesome recipe and this amazing chef!

[@petunks]

I was craving spaghetti meatballs and found this recipe, I just made it and hands down is THE BEST sauce that I've ever made, like, ever! I have basil in my garden but also have thyme so I decided I was going to experiment and added it and it's just 🤌🏻💋 I just worked with what I had in my pantry and fridge (everything but the ground pork) 10/10

[@Pinkfong2]

This is exactly my Grandmother’s way of cooking spaghetti and meatballs. Amazing.

[@0hgoodlord]

Why have you started editing out Frank's inevitable little "mmm" after he tastes the food? I loved waiting for that! Please bring it back!

[@sh00ner]

Basically how I make mine too. Only difference is I add a small bit of butter with the sauce to the noodles to finish it.

[@CHRISMED2]

I was totally intimidated by making meatballs before, but after watching this I am now confident to make them the next time I make my spaghetti

[@RiPRooRiN]

thank you for your service!! you explain the process so well 🤓

[@vivianegbu3528]

Best spaghetti & meatballs ever and the meatballs are so tender! I highly recommend.

[@jonathanrose9677]

Frank makes me feel like an italian princess

[@martinasemeraro]

🤭

[@wa2k99]

Your name is Jonathan...

[@Q_z_]

​@@wa2k99I see nothing wrong with an Italian princess named Jonathan!

[@Ironheart73]

Just tried this, and it turned out awesome. Meatballs were a little salty, but no big deal. The sauce though was fantastic. Thank you so much Chef Frank

[@tiffanysd925]

❤❤❤ Frank!! I couldn’t click on this fast enough! He helps me every thanksgiving! I love his recipes and tips! I still peel potatoes the way he showed in his mashed potatoes video! Thanks Frank!!

[@redliv]

Frank is a National Treasure

[@rickbannan7110]

"[Pecorino Romano] has a lot of flavor to it in a small amount of cheese." *proceeds to dump a whole bunch in*

[@siemens451]

Thank you so much, it's an excellent recipe. Just made it, a truly simple yet wonderful dish. My grandma will be the ultimate judge :)

[@johnthroop2092]

Great tasting meatballs is a secret art in itself! My mom made special meatballs over 60 years ago and I haven't had great meatballs since! I am saving your recipe because I know you know what you are doing 😊! Thank you so much, your videos are amazing!

[@SimpleRecipes-zv1ov]

"Thank you for your comment! 😊 Making great meatballs is truly an art! If you're looking for new and exciting recipes for delicious dishes, be sure to check out my channel! I have a variety of videos featuring tasty meals, including meatballs and more. I hope you enjoy my videos soon! 🍽❤"

[@EvaMartin-n6e]

So quick and efficient 😊 neat and accessible! No unnecessary words or movements.

[@wgv929]

Very unusual these days for a recipe vid on KZbin to not be available in text in the description. Or at least a link to it.

[@limonadam]

Love that Pastene kitchen ready tomatoes are front and center. Best out there. IYKYK.

[@kevinpaulboucher]

That looks amazing. Definitely giving this a try soon. 🤤

[@Icingdeath786]

Love it. As usual chef frank we love your videos!!! Please keep them coming. Epicurious: It would be great if we had a video about fresh vs dried pasta - how to use them and different types!

[@marcathens2951]

Looks fantastic and I will definitely be doing this soon !!

[@patcarl6064]

Where can I find the proportions of ingredients for this recipe?

[@NekoMMDGTS]

"We need a little more salt, don't go too crazy" *proceeds to dump a giant handful on top*

[@BozoTheBear]

Thanks Frank - cooked this tonight, and the family absolutely loved it, including me! :)

[@jameswarner5878]

It may sound silly but I use an ice cube tray to make even meatballs

[@livelifels2726]

😂

[@gmc5426]

oh great idea🤔

[@angieduvall-us6kd]

Looks great. Can’t wait to try this for my Sunday dinner ❤

[@shac9131]

Well, and?

[@MatthiaGryffine]

Frank cooking = Best day of the week!

[@theDaisyNova]

I tried the Basil stem and bay leaf technique for the sauce and omitted the milk in the meatballs. Thanks for the suggestions!!! ❤

[@davidcarbone3385]

Looks delish! You do not need to add breadcrumbs to make tender meatballs tender. Breadcrumbs canb change the texture of the meat. If you want a starchy, bready texture go for it. But, if you want a meaty meatball that's both tender and moist and not crumbly skip the crumbs and add water! Also, if you don't have the time or patience form your meatball mixture into a meatloaf and bake like a meatloaf. The entire outside forms a crust and the inside comes out moist, tender and delicious as long as you seasoned it properly. 1 tsp salt for each pound of meat but as the Chef said, test and adjust.

[@alanac4215]

He specifically stated it’s a way to stretch the meat to serve more people!

[@davidcarbone3385]

@@alanac4215 lol so you want to get overly technically, so let's do so; he specifically stated, the best way, and that it's a way to make them tender lol. If he were to have added milk to his breadcrumbs, it too would help make the meatballs tender. As for stretching the meat, I know all about that and more having grown up inside a dry cleaning shop because we couldn't afford to live in a real apartment or house.

[@DronemanJoeRc]

I am really enjoying your videos and all the food looks and tastes excellent.

[@RodStiffinton]

Almost exactly what I do. I do add some red wine into the sauce and some brown sugar to balance the acidity. I let it simmer a few hours also. Thanks for your knowledge.

[@bennihana2422]

I haven't tried with brown sugar but red wine gives it an incredible flavor.

[@Sdeor]

Thanks chef

[@dreamweaverquilting6246]

Yummy, just tested my meatball, perfecto!!

[@Wswxyz]

To be fair, it was kinda obvious the seasoning would be inadequate initially, and secondly why does he limit hisseasoning to just salt and pepper in most videos? I'm a huge fan and lover of this channel.

[@diseñarydestruir]

he uses real garlic and onion instead of the powders. he uses real herbs instead of dry, which have a stronger flavor. also enhances the flavors of each ingredient by manipulating cooking time/technique.

[@dipe277]

Thanks Frank!

[@rift8966]

I add a little splash of Worcestershire sauce. :D

[@Goodzz]

Looks absolutely delicious. Thank you.

[@jacquettayackle6529]

My sauce was fantastic. I thank you 🙏 .

[@Aboutabee]

This is now my go to for spaghetti and meatballs. I cannot ever lose this recipe. 😂

[@jonmulack4226]

What recipe?

[@RUSurauror]

omg I made it and it's literally the best dish I've ever cooked. thank u so much

[@Mattmanutube]

My mother used stale Italian bread, soaked in milk instead of the breadcrumbs to tenderize everything

[@henrymacleod2006]

Boiling leads to reduction Reduction leads to anger Anger leads to fear And fear leads to the dark side...

[@purplrach22]

I'm a simple woman. I see Frank Proto, I click.

[@SoyMarco870]

I know you said to season to taste, but did I miss a link to the recipe? I’d like to have some idea of the meat to egg to breadcrumb amounts to get started. Thanks

[@roastedmarhmallow]

Just eyeball it, that’s the easiest way to get ‘a feel for it’. The breadcrumbs are pretty forgiving; you could make meatballs without so don’t go crazy and you’ll be fine. Same kinda goes for the eggs. I was surprised he put in 4 whole eggs - I’m betting 2 or 3 would have been just as fine. Point being, just try it out, see how it feels and tastes and (next time) adjust

[@MR-dr5nc]

It is weird there’s no recipe

[@nickcasenta5651]

Thank you so much 👍 Luv it

[@Captainalexstars94er]

I love Spaghetti and meatballs There is no Comments i just love this Recipe and its a Amazing dish. 👍🏻 👍🏻

[@juhajarkkoulvila7041]

meanwhile in Finland my granny used coffee for meatballs. breadcrumbs meat onions and eggs plus coffee gone cold. I liked it in 1970 but have not tried it myself yet.

[@tysonmayberry1208]

well done sir!

[@jtfike]

Almost exactly how my nana made it. She also used veal which wasn’t as expensive as it is today. The cheese is the magic ingredient. We ball them up large, though because we cook in marinara and they survive the hours in sauce. Basil is missing. Add basil to seasoning. Bake in oven for 20 mins instead of browning.

[@abstractronnie]

The balls on you to tell this professional chef he’s wrong!

[@balgus82]

In my experience raw meatballs don't fall apart if they're not disturbed. You just let them sit in the sauce and cook without any kinda stirring.

[@StacyRoberts-j7b]

Very well done ✅👍

[@OysteinSvendsen]

Looks nice! But the pasta looks a little dry, it definitely needs more pasta water and sauce. I would toss the pasta in a pan a couple of times first with some sauce and pasta water (what Italians call "mantecare") before plating it with meatballs in a bowl afterwards. Even maybe taking the pasta out before al dente and finish cooking it in the sauce before tossing it with a small amount of pasta water at the end.

[@wa2k99]

Def didn't need water

[@stevevenn1]

To me too looked way under sauced. I admit to liking more than average but this was under average. Mario Battali said ‘a little sauce goes a long way.’ Disagree.

[@vvburnvv8526]

Thank you Frank, you are awesome!

[@megangagne9488]

We love frank!!!

[@henrychappell3034]

great vid, thanks frank

[@deannabrownley7606]

If you don’t have this brand of “kitchen ready” tomatoes would you use whole peeled tomatoes and crush as you cook them? Thanks!

[@scherzoscores]

Excellent recipe and technique! Just a friendly note - while browning meat definitely adds amazing flavour through the Maillard reaction, the idea of 'sealing in juices' has actually been disproven by food science. Either way, the end result looks delicious!

[@westcoastbestcoast393]

Would love to see a vegetarian version of this recipe with maybe Beyond Meat or impossible

[@jgomezmoreu]

Woke up today thinking of doing thinking of doing spaghetti meatballs and got welcomed by this as soon as I open youtube. lol

[@jgomezmoreu]

I'm both happy and sad to say, I learned nothing new x) the re-affirmation feels nice tho.

[@DontStepInTheGrease]

Don't sleep with your tech in the bedroom.

[@jgomezmoreu]

@@DontStepInTheGrease I didn't open youtube as soon as I woke up.

[@Alej_915]

just found this fella and what a blessing 🤌🤌

[@Brook_Cherith]

Is there a recipe? No parsley in the meatball mixture? Thanks!

[@alecmeyers]

Post the full recipe in the bio please ?

[@davy1972]

Nice seeing Pastene tomatoes being used.

[@Skibum2023]

Buon appetitto Chef. Your grandma (Nonna) would be so proud!

[@mikeo5657]

REQUEST!! Chori Pollo!!!

[@fanninn]

I like parsley and a panade for the meatballs, and add celery and carrots in with the onion.

[@yoshipower457]

I also like to add celery and I don’t even really like it, just makes meat sauces way better n gives it a better more complex flavor

[@dyna_zero0385]

I’ve found that if I break up my ground meat outta the package in to as small pieces as I can and then add all my dry ingredients and toss the meat to coat it in the seasoning then add the beaten eggs my meatballs are much more consistent in flavor all the way thru each meatball and the whole batch.

[@henkvandebeek7921]

Brave doing this in a white t shirt!!

[@RanaCh5]

I always do the meat test!!! I make the same small patty you did as well and taste test it first 😅 love that you did it too

[@Cryosxify]

I'd add lard and caramelize sugar before adding the onions

[@petergriffinson1907]

I want my pasta drooling in sauce

[@azrocker06]

Looks great.

[@dcallan1]

Excellent. Everything reminded me of my late grandma and mom. Thanks for the lesson and the flashback. One question: my family would sometimes cook the meatballs in the broiler in the oven rather than the pan. Which is more common?

[@debraslone281]

Looks amazing thank you

[@hilltophavenfamily]

Looks amazing! What brand pasta do you use?

[@Picit-13]

IF you pay for the recipe you will find out sadly

[@jodyn8664]

Well done! 👍

[@spx2327]

Thank you chef!

[@AaA-k6u6c]

>offended by meatballs that are the wrong size Same.

[@motownmark1215]

Not 1 drop of Sauce on your White Chef Shirt that's what's Amazing !

[@maryann1842]

Just love Frank !! but I can’t find the recipe

[@NinerGuy49]

Awesome Frank! I can’t wait to try this! Tell me please… How big is your brazer? Is it 3 1/2 or 5 quarts? Thank you so much!

[@tymz-r-achangin]

Ok and so controlling the seasoning means dont add seasoned bread crumbs so you can merely add the standard salt n pepper later on

[@janonthemtn]

Fresh chopped parsley and more garlic please❤(in the meatballs), perfect size.