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Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs: Discover This Easy Recipe!

A delicious and easy recipe for baked spaghetti and meatballs, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 jar 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the meat mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Stir until the spaghetti is well coated.
  6. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the spaghetti mixture evenly on the bottom. Place the baked meatballs on top, then add the remaining spaghetti mixture.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, substitute whole wheat spaghetti for regular spaghetti and lean ground turkey for ground beef.
  • For added flavor, mix in some sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the spaghetti mixture before baking.

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