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Spaghetti Casserole with Meatballs
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Cook spaghetti according to package directions, drain and return to pot.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Add onion and cook until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in garlic and 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Blend and saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
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Remove from heat and add to cooked spaghetti.
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Add both jars of sauce to the spaghetti and toss to combine; set aside.
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In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, sour cream, 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Blend, House Seasoning Blend, 1 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese. Set aside.
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Spread half of the cooked spaghetti in a baking dish.
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Spread the cheese mixture evenly over spaghetti and top with the remaining spaghetti.
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Slice meatballs in half and place them in an even layer on top of spaghetti casserole.
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Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese and bake in preheated for 30 minutes or until casserole is heated through.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Meatballs Separately for Superior Texture 🎯Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding to the casserole to develop a golden crust and prevent them from becoming mushy in the sauce during baking.
- Blend Cheeses for Creamy Perfection 🧀Mix ricotta, sour cream, and half the mozzarella together before layering to create a smooth, cohesive cheese layer that distributes evenly and prevents dry spots.
- Reserve Pasta Water for Sauce Consistency 💧Save a cup of starchy pasta cooking water and add it to your marinara sauce before mixing with the pasta to achieve the perfect creamy consistency without making the casserole watery.
- Toast Garlic and Onion in Olive Oil First 🧄Bloom minced garlic and onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes before adding to the meat mixture to intensify their flavor and ensure they cook through evenly in the casserole.
- Undercook Pasta Slightly for Perfect Texture 🍝Cook spaghetti 1-2 minutes under al dente since it will continue cooking in the oven, preventing mushy noodles in your final casserole.
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