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.
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TASTY BAKED MEATBALLS
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
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
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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