Spaghetti Meatball Bake

By JAmero4702

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 Cups dry bread crumbs, divided
• 3 Large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 Cups cooke spaghetti, coarsely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp dried basil
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp pepper
• 2 lbs ground beef
• Sauce
• 2 jars (24 oz. each) meatless pasta sauce
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 Cups (8 oz) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Details

Preparation time 45mins
Cooking time 75mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees. Place one cup of dried bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. In a large bowl, combine eggs, chopped spaghetti, garlic, seasonings and remaining bread crumbs. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1 1/2" balls.

2. Roll meatballs in bread crumbs, place in a greased 13 x 9 inch baking dish. Bake 15 - 20 minutes or until cooked through.

3. In a large saucepan, combine pasta sauce, onion, garlic and seasonings, bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Pour over meatballs, sprinkle with cheese. Bake 15 - 20 minutes longer or until cheese is lightly browned.