Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

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Italian style meatballs, marinara sauce and spaghetti baked into a cheesy and delicious casserole. This will be a fast family favorite!

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Pasta. What’s not to love, am I right?

Not only is it delicious, but it is also so versatile!

 

 

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Spaghetti is in the regular rotation here.  It’s something that’s quick and everyone agrees on.

What could possibly make spaghetti better? Bake it with cheese until it’s bubbly and even MORE delicious!

 

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Just looks at THAT! Homemade Italian sausage meatballs, marinara, spaghetti and loads of cheese.

(It’s okay if you want to skip ahead to the recipe right now … I don’t blame you)

 

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

The presentation is beautiful, and the process is simple.

Let’s get started!

 

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

To prepare meatballs, combine the ingredients with your hands, then roll into small meatballs.

I was able to get 24 meatballs.

 

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Place in a skillet and brown on all sides and until meatballs are cooked through.

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess grease.

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Place pasta in the bottom of a baking dish, add meatballs…

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

…then sauce.

 

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Top with both Parmesan and Italian cheese.

Bake for about 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and pasta is heated through.

Garnish with chopped fresh basil for serving, if desired.

 

Simple Homemade Marinara Sauce
Sure, you can open a jar of marinara sauce — OR you could make your own Homemade Marinara Sauce in no time and totally bring this recipe to a new level!

 

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Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

I don’t know about you – but I am starving after hearing about this delicious one-pot Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs!

Let’s cook!  M.

close up of Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs in a pan
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Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Italian style meatballs, marinara sauce and spaghetti baked into a cheesy and delicious casserole. This will be a fast family favorite!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 328kcal
Author: Michaela Kenkel

Ingredients

  • 1 16 ounce package spaghetti noodles, cooked al dente
  • 1 2 pound jar spaghetti sauce, I used marinara
  • 1 8 Ounce shredded Italian Cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage mild or spicy, your choice
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon of each: Onion Powder garlic powder and oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chopped basil for garnishing if desired.

Instructions

  • Cook spaghetti per package instructions fo al dente. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • To prepare meatballs, combine the ingredients with your hands, then roll into small meatballs. I was able to get 24 meatballs. Place in a skillet and brown on all sides and until meatballs are cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to absorb any excess grease.
  • **NOTE -- I used the same large cast iron skillet to cook my meatballs to bake my pasta. Simply wipe the excess grease out with a paper towel before adding pasta. If you aren't using the same pan, use a 9x13 baking dish, with some olive oil coated tot he bottom.. **
  • Place pasta in the bottom of a baking dish, add meatballs, then sauce, then both Parmesan and Italian cheese.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and pasta is heated through.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh basil for serving, if desired.

Notes

Makes GREAT leftovers!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 877mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g
 

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16 Comments

  1. This looks so good! My kids would have loved this when they were home. I fear John and I would eat the whole pan in one sitting!

  2. I think that pasta is a quick and easy, family-friendly option for a lot of people but it’s always special in our family and I love how delicious this recipe looks. There isn’t anything like baked cheese!

  3. I made it! This pasta recipe is extremely easy and cheesy! I really loved the recipe. My family is asking for more! I will make this meal again for sure. Pinning!

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