Best 7 Baked Elbows And Meatballs Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary realm of baked elbows and meatballs, an irresistible pasta dish that has won hearts and taste buds for generations. As you embark on your journey to find the perfect recipe for this comforting classic, let us serve as your guide. In this article, we will delve into the secrets of perfectly cooked pasta, the art of crafting tender and flavorful meatballs, and the delightful combination of rich tomato sauce and melted cheese that brings this dish to life. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a curious home cook, prepare to be inspired as we explore the nuances of this timeless recipe and uncover the techniques that will elevate your baked elbows and meatballs to a culinary masterpiece.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TASTY BAKED MEATBALLS



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After tasting these little gems my husband said, 'These are tasty!' They're great as finger food, or pair with a sauce and serve over pasta for a meal.

Provided by Julie62

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatball Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds ground beef
1 ½ cups Italian-seasoned dry bread crumbs
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
3 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly grease.
  • Mix together the ground beef, bread crumbs, cream of mushroom soup, eggs, Parmesan cheese, and onion soup mix. Shape the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball. Arrange on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 233.8 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 47.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 1147.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

HOT AND CHEESY BAKED MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 24-ounce jar arrabbiata pasta sauce
1/2 cup sliced hot cherry peppers
12 store-bought spicy Italian meatballs (from the meat counter)
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
One 8-ounce log fresh mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
8 to 12 fresh basil leaves, torn
Crusty bread, salad leaves and Italian salad dressing, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add the arrabbiata sauce to a 12-inch cast-iron skillet and top with the peppers. Add the meatballs, then bake until the meatballs are cooked through, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the oven, then turn the oven to the broiler setting.
  • Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes over the meatballs, then lay a slice of mozzarella over the top of each meatball. Place under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes to melt the cheese, watching closely so that nothing burns. Scatter over the torn basil.
  • Serve with crusty bread and a dressed salad.

BAKED MEATBALLS



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For a no-fry, homemade dinner, try Alton Brown's Baked Meatballs recipe, made with a mixture of three different meats and spinach.

Provided by Alton Brown

Time 40m

Yield 20 meatballs, 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 pound ground lamb
1/2 pound ground round
5 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained thoroughly
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan
1 whole egg
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup bread crumbs, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork, lamb, ground round, spinach, cheese, egg, basil, parsley, garlic powder, salt, red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup of the bread crumbs. Using your hands, mix all ingredients until well incorporated. Use immediately or place in refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
  • Place the remaining 1/4 cup of bread crumbs into a small bowl. Using a scale, weigh meatballs into 1.5-ounce portions and place on a sheet pan. Using your hands, shape the meatballs into rounds, roll in the bread crumbs and place the meatballs in individual, miniature muffin tin cups. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden and cooked through.

SHEET PAN BAKED MEATBALLS AND VEGETABLES (ITALIAN-STYLE)



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With Italian-style meatballs, sliced baby potatoes, and a few fresh vegetables, this Sheet Pan Baked Meatballs is a complete meal in one. And you'll love the big flavors in this easy dinner! Be sure to review my full post for more tips!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 red onion ((large, halved and thinly sliced (1/4-inch) ))
1/2 pound baby potatoes ((quartered or sliced small to cook quickly))
6 baby bell peppers ((any color, cut into 1/4 inch thick batons))
3 cloves garlic ((minced))
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and black pepper
extra virgin olive oil
28 ounces canned San Marzano tomatoes ((whole, peeled with their juices))
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
1 yellow onion ((small, very finely chopped))
3 cloves garlic ((minced))
1 cup fresh parsley ((chopped))
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F and position a rack in the center.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetables, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Drizzle 2 extra virgin olive oil and toss to combine. Transfer the vegetables to a large lightly oiled sheet pan and spread them out.
  • In the same large bowl, combine the meat, onions, garlic, parsley, oregano, mint, Parmesan, bread crumbs and egg. Season with a big pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil (about 1 tbsp). Mix until everything is well-combined. Form the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and lightly press the center of the meatballs with your thumb (do not completely flatten).
  • Arrange the meatballs (or patties) in the same sheet pan with the vegetables. Pour the canned tomatoes all over. Season with kosher salt and drizzle the top of the tomatoes generously with extra virgin olive oil.
  • Cover the sheet pan with foil and bake in the heated oven for about 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 4 to 5 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Protein 27.5 g, Fat 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, TransFat 0.6 g, Cholesterol 100.5 mg, Sodium 1203.3 mg, Fiber 5.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MEATBALL MACARONI BAKE



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The meatballs are surprisingly moist and flavorful for using only beef. I normally don't measure the seasonings so you may have to adjust, I also don't measure the breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup is about right but sometimes I adjust. I play around with this recipe and it always comes out good. Use a really good quality, chunky tomato sauce if you are using a jarred one.

Provided by SkinniFries

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 eggs
1/2 cup freshly grated pecorino cheese or 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 large onion, chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped (use less garlic, if you want, I like a lot)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (you may need more)
1 (25 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce (or homemade, a really chunky one is best)
2 cups mozzarella cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated
1/4-1/2 cup parmesan cheese or 1/4-1/2 cup pecorino cheese, grated
1 lb uncooked large macaroni or 1 lb rigatoni pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • For the meatballs, mix first 7 ingredients in a large bowl thoroughly with your hands. Form into balls, I usually make rather large ones but the size is up to you, although the bigger ones come out more moist.
  • Boil a large pot of well salted water and add pasta when boiling, cook to just almost al dente, then drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat, add onion and garlic and cook untill soft. Do not stir too much, just give it a shake every couple minutes.
  • Add meatballs to pan and turn up heat to med high and brown on all sides.
  • Add spaghetti sauce to pan to cover meatballs. Add a little pasta water to thin out, if needed. turn heat back to medium or medium-low and simmer untill meatballs are mostly cooked through.
  • Add pasta to a large casserole or baking dish, pour meatballs and sauce over pasta and mix slightly to make sure everything is mixed and coated with sauce. Keeping the meatballs down more on the bottom makes them come out more moist.
  • Spinkle cheeses evenly over the top and bake for about 15 minutes, or untill cheese is melted and meatballs are done.

BAKED MEATBALL AND PASTA CASSEROLE



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This is one of those super easy delicious weeknight meals. The pasta actually is cooked in the oven to add flavor. You can use homemade meatballs or precooked frozen meatballs. Yummy!

Provided by MCsOnTheSquare

Categories     Weeknight

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 ounces frozen precooked meatballs (Approximately 27 Meatballs)
24 ounces pasta sauce
2 cups water
1 green bell pepper, Diced
1 onion, Diced
1 tablespoon butter
2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni, Uncooked
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 Degrees and Grease a 3 Quart Casserole Dish.
  • Melt the 1 TBSP Butter over medium heat and add the green bell pepper and onion. Cook until tender, approximately 5 minutes.
  • Pour the jar of pasta sauce, the 2 cups of water, the package of frozen meatballs, the 2 1/2 cups of uncooked macaroni, 1 TSP Italian Seasoning directly into the casserole dish. Add the onion and green pepper. Stir all ingredients until combined.
  • Bake covered for 45 minutes at 375 Degrees. Remove from oven after the 45 minutes is up and sprinkle the 2 Cups of Mozzarella and 1/4 Cup of Parmesan Cheese over the top. Place back in the oven uncovered and broil on high for around 3 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
  • This will make 4 Huge Servings or 6 Normal Servings. Freezes Well!
  • Enjoy and always let you kitchen be your favorite restaurant!

ONE-PAN PASTA AND MEATBALLS



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Four ingredients is all you need for an easy Italian night!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 jar (25.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic pasta sauce (any flavor)
1 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
20 frozen cooked Italian-style or regular meatballs (1 inch)
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat water and pasta sauce to boiling. Stir in macaroni, meatballs and olives. Return to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Cover; cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 790, Carbohydrate 92 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1940 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for high-quality pasta, meatballs, and sauce.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and bland.
  • Brown the meatballs before baking: Browning the meatballs in a skillet before baking them will help to develop their flavor and give them a crispy exterior.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is an important part of this dish, so make sure to use one that you enjoy. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own from scratch.
  • Top the dish with cheese: Cheese adds a delicious richness and creaminess to this dish. You can use any type of cheese that you like, such as mozzarella, cheddar, or Parmesan.

Conclusion:

Baked elbows and meatballs is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your baked elbows and meatballs are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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