CAMELOT FANTASIES

Spaghetti with Meatballs                                                                                                                                                         2 tbsp butter, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes, 1/2 tsp pepper-divided, 1 (6oz) can tomato paste, 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 pound ground beef, 2 tbsp grated onion, 1/2 tsp salt, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, hot cooked spaghetti noodles, freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion & garlic; saute 5 minutes or til tender. Add tomatoes, 1/4 tsp pepper & next 4 ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, combine ground beef, grated onion, salt & remaining 1/4 tsp black pepper. Shape into 12 ( 1 1/2 inch) meatballs. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in hot oil, turning occasionally, until no longer pink; drain. Add meatballs to sauce, cook over low heat for 15 minutes. Serve over spaghetti; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Makes 4 servings. (Note: the meatballs can be made in advance the night before & refrigerated, that saves lots of time if you are in a hurry.)