Meatball Casserole
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
40 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
8 people
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Calories
526 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Meatball Casserole
Description
The recipe begins by mixing ground pork and beef with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, salt, eggs, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Shaped into 2-inch balls, they are browned in olive oil on all sides, ensuring a flavorful crust before simmering in tomato sauce with onion, red pepper flakes, and fresh basil.
Simmering the meatballs in the sauce helps them stay moist and allows the flavors to meld. Finally, sliced mozzarella cheese is placed on top and broiled briefly until melted and lightly golden, adding a creamy and slightly browned layer that complements the savory sauce and meat.
Serving these meatballs immediately delivers a layered texture of tender meat, rich sauce, and melted cheese, suitable as a comforting main dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) ground pork
- 1 lb (500g) ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or Japanese panko
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 egg large
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup parsley flat-leaf, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 onion finely chopped, small
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 28 oz (800g) whole peeled tomatoes pureed
- 4 basil optional, fresh leaves
- 8 oz (230g) mozzarella cheese thinly sliced, fresh
Instructions
- Using your hands, gently mix together the pork, beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, eggs, garlic, and parsley in a large bowl. Form the mixture into 2-inch (5 cm) balls.
- Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning them until browned all over, about 10 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender. Add the tomatoes and basil; simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce is slightly thickened. Return the meatballs and their juices to the pan. Simmer, turning the meatballs, until they are cooked through.
- Preheat the broiler and arrange the mozzarella cheese on top of the meatballs. Broil until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 526 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8people | |
| Calories | 526kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 1037mg | 43% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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