Meatball Casserole Recipe

Name: Meatball Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta; 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 2 tablespoons egg substitute; 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/8 teaspoon onion powder; Dash salt; Dash garlic powder; 1/4 pound lean ground turkey; 3/4 cup marinara sauce or meatless spaghetti sauce; 1/4 cup 2% cottage cheese; 1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons egg substitute
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Dash salt
Dash garlic powder
1/4 pound lean ground turkey
3/4 cup marinara sauce or meatless spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup 2% cottage cheese
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, egg substitute, Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt and garlic powder. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well.
2
Shape into 1/2-in. balls; place on a
3
coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350u00b0 for 9-11 minutes or until no longer pink.
4
Drain pasta and meatballs. In a small bowl, combine meatballs with marinara sauce. Spoon half of mixture into a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with half of the pasta, cottage cheese and mozzarella; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Repeat layers.
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Cover and bake at 350u00b0 for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.

301

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup uncooked whole wheat penne pasta, 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided, 2 tablespoons egg substitute, and more.

Yes, Meatball Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meatball Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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