MEATBALL CASSEROLE

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Use your own favorite marinara sauce or see recipe#136292 or recipe#71273 cooking time does not include cooking the meatballs, for a thicker sauce just omit the water :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs ground beef, shaped into meatballs (see Kittencal's Italian Melt-In-Your-Mouth Meatballs)
1 loaf Italian bread, cut into 1-in slices
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing, also do not use light or fat-free)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
pepper
1 pinch dry basil (optional)
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or more if desired)
28 ounces favorite marinara sauce
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon minced garlic (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13x9 casserole dish.
  • Bake meatballs on a shallow rack for 15-20 minutes.
  • Arrange bread in a single layer in a casserole dish.
  • (all of the bread might not be used).
  • Combine cream cheese, mayo, italian seasoning pinch basil (if using) and pepper.
  • Spread over the bread.
  • Sprinkle with just a little more than half of the mozzeralla cheese.
  • Combine sauce, water and garlic; add meatballs.
  • Pour over cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle with remaining mozza cheese.
  • Bake uncovered, for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Sahil Shirzad
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. Just add it to the casserole along with the meatballs and sauce, and you've got a delicious and easy meal.


Ava Yorke
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I love how customizable this casserole is. You can add any vegetables you like, and you can even use different types of cheese.


SIBONGILE
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This casserole is the perfect dish to bring to a potluck. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and it's easy to transport.


Md Selim mia
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I've made this casserole several times, and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-pan dish, and the cleanup is a breeze.


Gopal Bromon
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. I just mix them in with the meatballs and sauce, and it's a delicious and easy meal.


Simone Baker
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I'm not a great cook, but this casserole turned out perfectly. It's so simple to make, and the results are delicious.


Magic clan
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This casserole is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Branden Licardie
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I love that this casserole is so versatile. You can add any vegetables you like, and you can even use different types of meatballs. I've made it with turkey meatballs, and it was just as good as the beef meatballs.


Afrasyab haider
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This casserole is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the sauce is so rich and flavorful.


Emmanuel Zeus
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this casserole definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and it's sure to be a hit at your next potluck or dinner party.


Hafez Tayub Ali Abu hafsa
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the meatballs, and they don't even notice the vegetables in the sauce.


Lungelo Ngcobo
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I'm not a huge fan of meatballs, but I loved this casserole. The meatballs were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of garlic bread, and it was the perfect comfort food.


m rana cutton Channels.
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover meatballs. I made a big batch of meatballs on the weekend, and then used them to make this casserole for dinner on Monday night. It was quick and easy, and it tasted just as good as if I had made the m


MdAsif Kamal
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I've made this casserole twice now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are so easy to make, and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. I love that it's a one-pan dish, too, so it's easy to clean up.


Danladi Dangana
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This is the most comforting dish I've ever made. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and tangy. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with the whole family.


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