Kittencal's Spaghetti and Meatball Casserole

Elevate your weeknight dinners with Kittencal’s Spaghetti and Meatball Casserole, a comfort food classic bursting with flavor and cheesy goodness. This hearty baked casserole combines al dente spaghetti, juicy homemade meatballs crafted from a blend of ground beef and pork, and a rich marinara sauce, all layered with gooey melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powder, and baked to golden perfection, this dish is a crowd-pleaser sure to satisfy the whole family. With its easy prep, make-ahead potential, and irresistible textures, it’s an ideal choice for cozy gatherings or make-and-bake meal planning. Pair it with garlic bread and a fresh salad for the ultimate Italian-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti
• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups marinara sauce
• 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup additional grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until just al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop cooking, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

Step 4

Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. They don't need to be fully cooked, as they will cook further in the casserole.

Step 6

Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Toss the cooked spaghetti with 2 cups of marinara sauce and spread half of the spaghetti mixture over the sauce in the baking dish.

Step 8

Arrange the browned meatballs on top of the spaghetti layer, then spread the remaining spaghetti mixture over the meatballs.

Step 9

Pour the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly over the top layer of spaghetti.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and additional grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 11

Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy your comforting spaghetti and meatball casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2690.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4880.3

Total Fat 303.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 1102.6mg	0%
Sodium 9768.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.3g
Protein 325.0g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 4534.9mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 1594.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 16.7%