How to Make 25-Ingredient Meatball Carbonara at Home

How to Make 25-Ingredient Meatball Carbonara at Home

Hey there, are you ready to take a culinary adventure that requires so many ingredients it could actually count as a grocery store scavenger hunt? Yep, today we’re diving into the wild and crazy world of 25-ingredient meatball carbonara. Yes, you heard me right. Twenty-five!

You might be wondering why we need so many ingredients. I’m still figuring that out myself, but it sounds important and fancy. Plus, don’t you want your friends to think you’re a chef genius? So grab your apron and let’s get cooking… or maybe just gathering stuff from the pantry until we realize we forgot something crucial like eggs or salt.

Step One: Gather Your Ingredients

Okay first things first, let’s talk about these 25 ingredients. You will need:

1. Spaghetti
2. Ground beef
3. Breadcrumbs
4. Garlic
5. Onion
6. Parsley
7. Parmesan cheese
8. Eggs
9. Olive oil
10. Salt
11. Pepper
12. Basil
13. Nutmeg
14. Oregano
15. Red pepper flakes
16. Tomatoes (canned or fresh because who knows)
17. Chicken broth (or what’s left in the fridge)
18. Sweet breadcrumbs (just for kicks)
19. The tears of your last relationship (jk)
20. White wine (if you can find any)
21. A splash of lemon juice for fun
22: More cheese! Because cheese is life
23: Cooking passion – whatever that is
24: A ton of love (don’t forget this part)
25: And patience – lots and lots of patience

And if you mess up or forget something, don’t freak out! Just improvise like the rest of us do when trying to be “fancy.”

Step Two: Prepare the Meatballs

Alrighty then, let’s start with those meatballs! Throw your ground beef in a big bowl—though you probably should wash your hands first unless you’re feeling wild about germs today.

Add some breadcrumbs, minced garlic (chop chop), chopped onion, parsley, salt, pepper, and half an egg which is totally not awkward at all—save the other half for later because there’s always that dilemma of “Do I use both eggs or save one?” Mix it all together like you’re kneading bread but way less intense.

Step Three: Roll Those Balls

Now it’s time to roll those meatballs like you’re rolling out dough or rolling with your homies! Make them about the size of golf balls—or bowling balls if you’re feeling ambitious—and place them on a baking sheet.

Step Four: Cook ‘Em Up

Turn on an oven to 400F because that’s what people do when they wanna cook stuff—then bake those bad boys for around 20 minutes until they are golden and juicy.

While they’re baking like little suns in the oven, let’s get back to pasta!

Step Five: Boil Some Spaghetti

Fill a big pot with water, add some salt because why not make it taste good? Bring it to boil and then toss in spaghetti like it’s confetti at a party—well maybe not that wild but you know what I mean.

Cook till al dente which means firm to the bite but honestly do we care as long as we’re eating? Drain it and save some pasta water cause apparently it’s magic or something.

Step Six: Make The Sauce

In another pan (yes now we’re using two pans!), combine olive oil and garlic over medium heat until fragrant–which means yummy smells will waft through your kitchen making you seem professional AF!

Then dump in tomatoes—fresh or canned who really cares at this point? Add chicken broth too…and the spices – red pepper flakes for heat, oregano for herb vibes…you get my drift right? Cook till things simmer together into lovely sauce bliss.

Step Seven: Combine All The Goodness

Now comes the fun part—take those glorious meatballs outta the oven and toss them into your sauce along with cooked spaghetti.

Add an egg yolk from earlier (just ONE remember), parmesan cheese galore, parsley again cause why not…and mix everything until its coated well like they just got back from vacation together in Italy!

If things look dry splash some reserved pasta water onto it until it’s saucy enough to make your heart sing.
Serve hot with more cheese on top because life is short—don’t skimp on flavor my friend!

Fun FAQ Section

Question: Can I use turkey instead of beef?
Answer: Sure! But then it’s turkeyball carbonara…doesn’t sound as cool right?

Question: What if I don’t have white wine?
Answer: No worries dude! Water works fine too…and you’ll still feel classy!

Question: What happens if I burn my meatballs?
Answer: Well they might become charcoal but hey…charcoal has its own unique charm too!

Question: Is 25 ingredients too many?
Answer: Yes…but more is more right?! Like I said earlier – grocery store scavenger hunt!

Question: Can I skip any ingredients?
Answer: Absolutely! This ain’t no math test! Just throw stuff in there till it tastes good to ya.

Question: What can I serve with this fancy dish?
Answer: More food obviously…because carbs upon carbs make everyone happy…trust me!

Question: Will it impress my date?
Answer: Heck yes! Food = love; throw in candlelight and boom – romance level maxed out!!

So go ahead chef wannabe – make this masterpiece of carb-loaded awesomeness and wait for everyone to sing your praises!! Or at least compliment how brave you were cooking such an elaborate meal haha!! Good luck buddy!!!