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Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake

Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake

  • Author: easysweetmeal
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

Description

Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake – The ultimate comfort food! Juicy homemade meatballs, tender pasta, and a creamy triple-cheese sauce baked to golden perfection. Topped with Parmesan and fresh parsley, it’s a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal that’s weeknight-easy but tastes like a feas

Ingredients

Scale

  • 500g ground beef

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 500g pasta (farfalle, penne, or rotini work best)

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatballs

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper.

  • Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  • Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until browned and fully cooked. Set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta

  • Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions.

  • Drain and set aside.

3. Make the Cheese Sauce

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

  • Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

  • Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, and half the parmesan cheese.

  • Whisk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Assemble the Casserole

  • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.

  • Spread the cooked pasta evenly in the dish.

  • Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and gently toss to coat.

  • Arrange the meatballs on top.

  • Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan cheese.

5. Bake

  • Bake the casserole at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.

6. Garnish and Serve

  • Let the dish cool for 5 minutes.

  • Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot

Notes

This Cheesy Meatball Pasta Bake is the perfect weeknight casserole that satisfies every craving. With gooey cheese, savory meatballs, and tender pasta all in one dish, it’s the ultimate family comfort meal

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://easysweetmeal.com/cheesy-meatball-pasta-bake/