How To Make Meatball Pasta Bake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix well until combined.
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Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
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Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, dried basil, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
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Gently place the meatballs into the simmering sauce. Cook for 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
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Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Transfer the meatballs and sauce into a baking dish. Spread the cooked penne pasta evenly over the top.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pasta.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 520kcal
- Total Fat : 23g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 135mg
- Sodium : 1020mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 42g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 8g
- Protein : 35g
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