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Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake: A Comforting Delight Awaits!

A comforting and delicious Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake that combines savory meatballs with creamy pasta and cheese.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound pasta penne or rotini
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
  4. While the meatballs are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the marinara sauce, heavy cream, sour cream, and Italian seasoning. Stir in the cooked pasta and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the pasta mixture and stir gently to combine.
  7. Transfer the pasta and meatball mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute ground turkey for the beef and pork.
  • You can also use whole wheat pasta for added fiber.
  • For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the pasta mixture before baking.

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