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.
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Kausar Ali Himu
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover meatballs.
Sornali Akther
[email protected]I've made this dish with different types of pasta and it's always delicious.
Changyun Jang
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a family meal. It's hearty and filling and everyone will love it.
Khan Zar
[email protected]I added some chopped bacon to this dish and it was a great addition. It added some extra flavor and crunch.
Ben Allweather
[email protected]This dish is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover pasta.
Yemisi Olaitan Adetula
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Furqan Haider
[email protected]This dish is so comforting and satisfying. It's perfect for a cold winter night.
Better Boy
[email protected]I added some shredded cheese to this dish and it was a great addition. It made it even more cheesy and delicious.
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[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
AlanPixel YT
[email protected]I've made this dish with ground turkey and it was just as good as with ground beef.
Kimberly Molina
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a potluck or party. It's easy to transport and everyone will love it.
David Rodrigues
[email protected]I made this dish in a slow cooker and it turned out great. It's a great way to have a hot meal ready when you get home from work.
Qurban ali Qurban ali
[email protected]This dish is so versatile. You can add any type of vegetables or meat that you like.
Qasim Hashmi
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover meatballs.
md arman aspak atjp
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and the whole family will love it.
U Vai
[email protected]I added some chopped spinach to this dish and it was a great addition. It added some extra nutrients and flavor.
Jermiane Lightburn
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! It's a great comfort food dish.
Shatta Wale
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.