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Meatball Casserole Delight: A Flavorful Recipe You’ll Love!

A delicious and hearty Meatball Casserole Delight that combines savory meatballs with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
  5. In a large casserole dish, spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom.
  6. Arrange the baked meatballs over the sauce in a single layer.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs, then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
  8. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes over the cheese, if using.
  9. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  11. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
  • Add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or spinach, to the marinara sauce for extra nutrition and flavor.

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