Stress Less With This Meatball Casserole Recipe

Life is a whirlwind, especially when dinner needs to be on the table in a snap. Enter this stress-busting beef recipe: our glorious Meatball Casserole. Perfect for those days when you need to take a load off, this casserole is like a comforting hug in a dish. 🤗

This is not your regular dinner; it’s a combo of American comfort food and your favorite Italian pasta dish. This saucy, cheesy, meatball-filled dish is everything you crave after a hectic day.

What makes it special? It’s the harmonious blend of juicy meatballs, tender pasta, and melty cheese, all bathed in a tangy tomato sauce. Yes, you read right: all those beautiful ingredients are in one dish! 🍝🧀

Not just that, but this casserole also shines for its ease of preparation. There’s no need to spend countless hours in the kitchen, stressing over intricate steps. Cooking a satisfying dinner was never this breezy. 🌬️

The technique is simple: cook your meatballs, assemble the ingredients in the casserole dish, and then let your oven do the magic. No wand-waving necessary! 🎩✨

If you thought this casserole couldn’t get any better, think again! This recipe is also fantastic for meal prep. Cook it in advance, and you’ve got a delicious dinner waiting for you in the refrigerator. So, put your feet up, and let this casserole sweep you off your feet. 👣

And don’t forget, when it comes to cooking meatballs, be gentle with your hands. It’s the secret to tender, juicy meatballs. Just like kneading bread, overworking the meat can result in tough meatballs. So remember, treat your meatballs with kindness. They’ll thank you later! 😅

Enough chit-chat, let’s get cooking! 🍴

Stress Less With This Meatball Casserole Recipe

Course: DinnerCuisine: American

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Total time

60

minutes

A comforting, easy-to-make beef casserole filled with juicy meatballs, tender pasta, and melty cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 lb pasta

Directions

• Cook the pasta as per the instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
• In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, pepper, and other preferred spices. Form into meatballs.
• Bake or pan-fry the meatballs until they’re browned and cooked through.
• In a casserole dish, layer the pasta, meatballs, marinara sauce, and cheeses.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

• You can replace ground beef with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner version.
• Add veggies like bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
• Feel free to use your favorite pasta shape in this recipe.

Now that’s a dish worth savouring! So, put your stress on the back burner and let this Meatball Casserole take the spotlight at your dinner table tonight. Here’s to a hearty meal that you’ll love to bits! 🎉