This Italian Spaghetti and Meatball Recipe is a little bit of work and takes some time, but it was well worth it. My Family just loved it. I think we have Spaghetti at my House for dinner at least once a week.
This recipe is just great. Because there is a lot of baking it takes a little more time. You will love it!
Baked Italian Spaghetti and Meatball Recipe
Recipe Type: Main
Cuisine: Italian
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Serves: 6-8
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Baked Italian Spaghetti and Meatball Recipe
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Ingredients
Ingredients for Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 Large eggs, slightly beaten
- 2 large egg, slightly beaten
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1–2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic or Garlic Powder to taste
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
Ingredients for Spaghetti Casserole
- (16 ounces) package thin spaghetti
- tablespoons oil
- cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- cup grated parmesan cheese
- large eggs, slightly beaten
- teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- (28 ounces) jars spaghetti sauce (or use your own favorite sauce)
- parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Directions for Meatballs
- Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Shape into small to medium size meatballs, place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350F for 25 minutes or until fully cooked.
- While the Meatballs are baking prepare the Spaghetti Casserole Dish
- Boil the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling water until just al dente; drain then place into a large bowl.
- Toss the spaghetti with 3 tablespoons oil; cool slightly, then add in eggs, 1-1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, 1 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; using clean hands toss until thoroughly combined (you can use a spoon but hands are better!
- Place the spaghetti into the prepared baking dish, then press down slightly with hands.
- Scatter the cooked meatballs over the spaghetti.
- Top with spaghetti sauce over the top making certain to cover the pasta completely.
- Cover with foil and bake 350 degrees for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven then sprinkle about 1-1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (or amount desired) over the top, then return to oven uncovered for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
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Mrsblocko
December 18, 2009 at 7:25 amThis looks so delicious! I bet it feeds an army too.
Butterfly
December 18, 2009 at 10:11 ami never thought about baking my spaghetti, looks good!
shasa
December 24, 2009 at 5:39 pmso how many eggs did u use? 2 or 4?
admin
December 29, 2009 at 12:46 pmThanks for your comment/4
craig
December 27, 2009 at 11:38 pmWhat’s your favorite spaghetti sauce?
admin
December 29, 2009 at 12:47 pmMy own. Thanks
Alejandra
April 29, 2011 at 12:51 pmThis looks so delicious ;] Cant wait to try this dish .. I always make Italian food but this this one looks the best
Kate
September 4, 2013 at 8:49 pmThis is our families new go to recipe for spaghetti. Everyone LOVES it! Thank you so much for sharing.
Annelie Howell
September 28, 2013 at 10:28 amLove the recipe 🙂 Can I freeze it before I put it in the oven?
Thank you,
admin
September 29, 2013 at 2:14 amI have never tried freezing it.
Emma
November 13, 2013 at 4:56 pmI’m trying this right now! I downsized it a bit so I’m hoping it still turns out…thanks for the amazing supper idea!!
Susan
December 13, 2013 at 1:12 pmMaking this to serve homeless. How many does this recipe serve? Would it make sense to break spaghetti n half for easier eating (they eat standing up with paper plates).
admin
December 13, 2013 at 2:18 pmI would say it would serve 6-8. I think breaking the spaghetti for your situation would work out fine.
Melina R.
September 21, 2014 at 2:26 pmDo you think I can assemble the casserole the day before, cover it in foil, put it in the fridge then pop it in the oven the next day at dinner time?