Make spaghetti and set aside

To make meatballs, place beef, parsley, Parmesan cheese, tomato paste and egg in a bowl, and mix to combine

Form mixture into small balls and cook in a non-stick frying pan for 4-5 minutes or until brown

Remove meatballs from pan and drain on paper towel

To make sauce, melt butter in a large frying pan and cook onion, basil and oregano for 2-3 minutes or until onion is soft

Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, beef stock, wine and sugar

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes or until sauce reduces and thickens

Season to taste with black pepper

Add meatballs to sauce and cook for 5 minutes longer

Cook spaghetti until al dente, drain, and transfer to a heated serving platter

Top with meatballs and sauce

Serve immediately.