Mini Meatball Pasta Bake Recipe

Name: Mini Meatball Pasta Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pounds Italian Sausage; 3/4 pounds Ground Beef; 1/2 cups Regular Oats; 1 cup Grated Parmesan; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 1/4 cups Minced Fresh Parsley; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1 whole Medium Onion, Diced; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 can (28 Ounce) Diced Tomatoes; 1 can (8 Ounces) Tomato Paste; 1 Tablespoon Sugar; 2 cups Hot Water; 12 leaves Basil; 12 ounces, weight Ziti Pasta, Cooked To Al Dente; 16 ounces, weight Fresh Mozzarella, Cut Into Large Cubes

Servings: persons

3/4 pounds Italian Sausage
3/4 pounds Ground Beef
1/2 cups Regular Oats
1 cup Grated Parmesan
1 whole Egg, Beaten
1/4 cups Minced Fresh Parsley
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1 whole Medium Onion, Diced
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 can (28 Ounce) Diced Tomatoes
1 can (8 Ounces) Tomato Paste
1 Tablespoon Sugar
2 cups Hot Water
12 leaves Basil
12 ounces, weight Ziti Pasta, Cooked To Al Dente
16 ounces, weight Fresh Mozzarella, Cut Into Large Cubes

1
In a bowl, mix together the sausage, beef, oats, 1/2 of the Parmesan, egg, half the parsley, and salt and pepper until well combined.
2
Form into small meatballs (about 1/2 inch) and brown in batches in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Remove the meatballs from the pan and drain.
4
Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add the tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, salt and pepper, sugar, and water.
6
Stir and bring to a simmer, then add in the meatballs and continue simmering for 20 minutes.
7
Remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to cool.
8
Stir in the basil once cool.
9
In a casserole dish, add half the pasta, half the mozzarella cubes, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and half the meatball sauce.
10
Repeat with another layer, ending with the meatball sauce.
11
Cover with foil and either refrigerate for up to 2 days, or bake in a 350 degree oven for 20-25 minutes.
12
Serve piping hot!

1172

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pounds Italian Sausage, 3/4 pounds Ground Beef, 1/2 cups Regular Oats, 1 cup Grated Parmesan, and more.

Yes, Mini Meatball Pasta Bake falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Mini Meatball Pasta Bake

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