Baked spaghetti and meatballs is a delicious and comforting dish that combines spaghetti, meatballs, sauce, and cheese, all baked together for a flavorful and hearty meal. Here’s a basic recipe to make baked spaghetti and meatballs:
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Enjoy this meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1 pound ground beef (or a combination of ground beef and ground pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions:
- 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish and set aside.
- 2. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, milk, egg, minced garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- 4. Shape the meat mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until they are cooked through and browned.
- 6. In a large saucepan, heat the marinara sauce over medium heat until heated through.
- 7. In the greased baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom. Place half of the cooked spaghetti on top of the sauce.
- 8. Pour half of the remaining marinara sauce over the spaghetti and toss to coat.
- 9. Arrange the cooked meatballs on top of the spaghetti. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs.
- 10. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- 11. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 12. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 13. Serve the baked spaghetti and meatballs hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Feel free to adjust the recipe according to your preferences. You can add more vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the sauce, or even experiment with different types of cheese. Enjoy your baked spaghetti and meatballs!
