Paula Deen'S Layered Meatball Casserole Recipe

Name: Paula Deen'S Layered Meatball Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups prepared spaghetti sauce, divided; 1 (16 ounce) package frozen meatballs, bite-size and thawed; 1 (3/4 ounce) package fresh basil leaf, chopped; 1 (7 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained; 2 tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1 cup sour cream; 2 large eggs; 3 teaspoons roasted garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 0.5 (12 ounce) package egg noodles, cooked; 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese or 1 1/2 cups provolone cheese, shredded; fresh parsley, garnish (optional)

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups prepared spaghetti sauce, divided
1 (16 ounce) package frozen meatballs, bite-size and thawed
1 (3/4 ounce) package fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 (7 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
2 tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup sour cream
2 large eggs
3 teaspoons roasted garlic, minced
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
0.5 (12 ounce) package egg noodles, cooked
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese or 1 1/2 cups provolone cheese, shredded
fresh parsley, garnish (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees; lightly grease a 2 1/2 quart baking dish.
2
Spread 1 cup spaghetti sauce over bottom of baking dish.
3
Place meatballs on top of sauce.
4
Layer basil, mushrooms and tomatoes.
5
In a medium bowl, whisk together ricotta, sour cream, eggs, remaining 1 1/2 cups spaghetti sauce.
6
Stir in garlic, salt, oregano and prepared noodles.
7
Pour mixture over layered ingredients in baking dish.
8
Top with cheese.
9
Bake for 55 minutes to 1 hour, or until bubbly.
10
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups prepared spaghetti sauce, divided, 1 (16 ounce) package frozen meatballs, bite-size and thawed, 1 (3/4 ounce) package fresh basil leaf, chopped, 1 (7 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained, and more.

Yes, Paula Deen'S Layered 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!

Paula Deen'S Layered Meatball Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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