MEATBALL & PASTA BAKE

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My daughter loves to help make this, as well as, devour it!

Provided by Kayla & Rileigh V

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 medium meatballs (homemade or pre-packaged)
1/2 large vidalia onion
1/2 large green bell pepper
2 Tbsp diced garlic
1 can(s) black olives
3 c marinara sauce (homemade or store bought)
1 Tbsp butter
8 oz spiral or penne pasta
1 tsp salt (or more/less to taste)
1 tsp pepper (or more/less to taste)
1 c shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet add butter to melt over medium heat.
  • 2. Put meatballs in pan to brown sides. (8 to 10 minutes)
  • 3. Add diced onions and bell peppers to pan with meat balls to saute. (5 minutes)
  • 4. Turn heat down a little and add black olives and marinara sauce. Salt and pepper to taste. (simmer for 10 minutes)
  • 5. Boil pasta while meatballs and marinara simmer.
  • 6. Mix everything in and 9x13 baking dish and cover. Place into a pre-heated oven at 350 degrees. (bake for 30 minutes)
  • 7. Uncover and sprinkle shredded mozzarella to cover and place back in oven uncovered. (bake for 8 to 10 more minutes)
  • 8. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes and serve.

Mohammed Frank
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This dish was a disappointment. The meatballs were dry and tough, and the sauce was bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Liaquat ali Solangi
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This pasta bake was easy to make and very tasty. I used a jarred sauce to save time, and it still turned out great. The meatballs were cooked perfectly and the cheese was melted and gooey. I will definitely be making this again!


That Oneclown
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but I really enjoyed this dish. The meatballs were tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and savory. I would definitely make this again.


Md Rahamatullah Bachchu
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I loved the combination of the pasta, meatballs, and sauce. It was the perfect comfort food dinner.


star gossipbd
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Yum! This meatball pasta bake was a real treat. The meatballs were perfectly seasoned and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. The pasta was cooked al dente, just the way I like it. I will definitely be making this again.


Naresh Silwal
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This pasta bake was easy to make and turned out great! I used frozen meatballs to save time, and the sauce was simple but tasty. The cheese melted perfectly on top. My family loved it!


xavier Spears
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and rich. I served it with a side of garlic bread and it was the perfect comfort food dinner. I will definitely be making this again


Clara
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This meatball pasta bake was a hit with my family! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone look