Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe
Layers of cheesy, saucy Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs with tender meatballs. A family favorite, this comfort food uses wholesome ingredients for a meal worth twirling!
Servings: 6
Calories: 1070kcal
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 3/4 c. breadcrumbs
- 1/4 c. milk or buttermilk
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/2 lb. ground pork
- 1/3 c. parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
Remaining Ingredients
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 24 oz. marinara sauce
- 2 c. mozzarella cheese grated, divided
- 1/2 c. grated parmesan cheese divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- In a medium bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 4 minutes, then whisk in the egg. Add the beef, pork, cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined. Do not overmix.
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, form the mixture into meatballs and place them into the skillet to cook. Brown on all sides. The meatballs should be fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Remove the meatballs from the skillet and transfer them to a lined plate. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the marinara sauce, and return the meatballs to the skillet. Simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked spaghetti noodles, along with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella and 1/4 cup of the parmesan cheese.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheeses over the top. Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to set for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
To STORE leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for 3–4 days. For longer storage, FREEZE portions in Ziploc freezer bags or freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
To REHEAT, microwave individual portions until hot, or warm in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 1070kcal | Carbohydrates: 91g | Protein: 68g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 2284mg | Potassium: 1104mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1377IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 863mg | Iron: 7mg
