Baked Spaghetti Meatballs Cheese (Print Format)
Homemade meatballs, spaghetti, and cheese baked together for a hearty, flavorful meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs and Sauce
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1.5 dozen cooked homemade meatballs
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24 oz jar marinara sauce, homemade or store-bought
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1/2 yellow onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, crushed
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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2 tbsp olive oil
→ Pasta and Cheese
07 -
3/4 lb spaghetti noodles
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1-2 cups grated cheese, half colby-jack and half mozzarella
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1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
# Steps:
01 -
In a large (10-12") cast iron skillet, sauté diced onions in olive oil over medium-low heat. Add crushed garlic and continue sautéing until onions are tender.
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Add cooked meatballs, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning to the skillet. Heat over medium-low for about 20 minutes.
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In a separate large pot, cook spaghetti noodles according to the package instructions, undercooking by 2 minutes.
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Using a large slotted spoon, remove the meatballs from the sauce and set aside. Scoop cooked spaghetti directly into the marinara sauce. Add 1/2 cup pasta cooking water and gently stir to coat the pasta fully in sauce.
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Place the meatballs back on top of the pasta. Sprinkle grated cheese and parmesan cheese over the dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted.