Meatball Pasta Bake
Ingredients
- 1 lblean ground beef
- ⅓ cfresh bread crumbs
- 1 tbspmilk
- ½ tspsalt
- 1 tspworcestershire sauce
- ½ tspblack pepper
- ¼ cfinely diced onion
- 2 tbspchopped fresh parsley
- 1egg
- 8 ozspaghetti
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 2 cshredded mozzarella cheese
divided
- ½ cshredded parmesan cheese
divided
- 1 largeegg
slightly beaten
- 2 tbspchopped fresh parsley
- 28 ozpasta sauce
jarred or homemade
Directions
- 1
Grease a large casserole dish.
- 2
Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine all meatball ingredients and form into 1″ balls.
- 3
Place meatballs in a 9x13 dish and bake 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven and reduce heat to 350°F. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
- 4
Boil the pasta until al dente. Drain well and toss with olive oil.
- 5
Stir together egg, parsley, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, ¼ cup parmesan cheese & pepper to taste. Toss with the pasta and place it in the 9x13 dish.
- 6
Top with meatballs and pasta sauce. Cover with foil and bake 35 minutes. Remove foil, top with remaining cheeses and continue to bake until cheese is melted and browned, about 10 minutes.
Meatball Pasta Bake
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate comfort food that brings everyone to the table? This Meatball Pasta Bake delivers savory homemade meatballs nestled into a cheesy spaghetti casserole, perfect for a cozy family dinner that feels both special and effortless.
What sets this dish apart is the harmonious blend of tender, flavorful meatballs, made from scratch with lean ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, and a thoughtful blend of seasonings like Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. These juicy meatballs are then combined with spaghetti generously tossed in a rich, cheesy sauce featuring both shredded mozzarella and Parmesan, creating a truly satisfying, cohesive dish. It’s a hearty meal where classic flavors come together in every satisfying bite, promising a delightful texture contrast and deep, savory goodness.
Prepare for a truly comforting and deeply satisfying experience. You'll dig into tender strands of spaghetti, perfectly coated in a luscious, gooey sauce enhanced by generous amounts of shredded mozzarella and sharp Parmesan. Each forkful brings a burst of flavor from the juicy, perfectly seasoned meatballs, creating a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. This bake offers that classic, hearty feel you crave from a homemade casserole, with layers of savory meat and creamy cheese. You'll find each generous serving clocks in at around 413 calories, making it a substantial and satisfying meal that fills you up with deliciousness.
This adaptable bake allows for simple tweaks to suit your pantry or preferences. For the pasta sauce, you have the flexibility to use your favorite jarred pasta sauce for quick convenience, or elevate the dish with a rich, slow-simmered homemade sauce if time allows. You can also adjust the amount of shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese to achieve your desired level of cheesy goodness, making it as mild or as bold as you like.
This Meatball Pasta Bake is the ideal candidate for a hearty family dinner on a busy weeknight, a comforting meal to share with friends, or a crowd-pleasing dish for a casual potluck. Serve it warm straight from the oven, perhaps alongside a simple green salad and some warm, crusty bread to soak up every last bit of delicious sauce.