Spaghetti Meatballs Casserole
This Spaghetti Meatballs Casserole is warm, cheesy, and full of flavor. With rich tomato sauce, tender homemade meatballs, and gooey cheese, it's the perfect comfort food for busy nights.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted water until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the meatballs until golden on the outside.
- In a baking dish, layer cooked spaghetti, tomato sauce, and browned meatballs.
- Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving for best results.
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the pasta. Browning the meatballs adds extra flavor. This casserole is freezer-friendly and perfect for leftovers.