ITALIAN WEDDING CASSEROLE

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound bowtie pasta
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup diced celery
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
1 onion, diced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken stock
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 26-ounce bag frozen Italian meatballs
4 cups chopped kale
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or asiago
1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

Steps:

  • For the casserole: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until less than al dente; set aside.
  • Put the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. When the butter has melted and the oil is hot, add the celery, oregano, garlic, carrots and onion and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle over the flour, stir and cook for an additional minute. While whisking constantly, slowly add the stock. Bring to a simmer and allow the sauce to thicken, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the meatballs, kale, Parmesan and cooked pasta, then stir to combine. Transfer to 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
  • For the topping: Mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, butter, parsley and oregano in a bowl until well combined. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping over the casserole.
  • Bake until golden and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Allow the casserole to sit for 10 minutes before serving.

layton wallace
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This is the perfect casserole to serve at a potluck or holiday gathering.


Sabiha Nur
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I love that this casserole can be frozen for later. It's a great way to have a quick and easy meal on hand.


Zahid Ali sarki Zahid ali sarki
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Prashant Danuwar
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I wasn't sure about this casserole at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now one of my favorite comfort food recipes.


Landyn Larie
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This casserole is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and comforting.


Mike Allen
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I made this casserole for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it was just like the one her mother used to make.


Omme Areeba
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover wedding soup.


Jeff Telly
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I love the addition of the meatballs to this casserole. It makes it a really hearty and filling meal.


john gerbier
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This is the best Italian Wedding Casserole recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Mohammad saleem Tahir
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I've made this casserole with different types of pasta and it always turns out great. It's a very versatile recipe.


Kao Sar
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This casserole is so cheesy and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


Rikta Khatun
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I added some chopped spinach to this casserole and it was delicious. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Egege victory
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.


Md Julesh
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I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Lisa Doms
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This casserole is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I highly recommend it!


Karna bahadur Sunar
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I've made this casserole several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Civa CivA
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This is one of my favorite comfort food recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Meyu Ahmed
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Dominic Khisa
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This Italian Wedding Casserole was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. I loved the combination of flavors and textures.