Spaghetti with Meatballs

Ingredients:
For the meatballs:
500g ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
For the sauce:
1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the pasta:
400g spaghetti
Water and salt for cooking the pasta
To serve:
Grated Parmesan cheese
Basil or fresh parsley leaves
Prepare the meatballs:
In a large bowl, mix the ground beef with the egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, and Pepper.
Form into uniformly sized meatballs, about the size of a walnut.
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Prepare the sauce:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook until golden and soft.
Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.
Stir in the tomato puree and add the oregano and basil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
Cook the pasta:
Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted water, following the package instructions, until al dente.
Drain the pasta and set aside.
Combine and serve:
Add the meatballs to the sauce and mix well.
Serve the spaghetti on individual plates and top with the meatballs and sauce.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil or parsley leaves.