Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Italian sausage | 1/2 lb |
| Bread crumbs | 1/2 cup |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/4 cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Minced garlic | 2 cloves |
| Dried oregano | 1 tsp |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Pepper | 1/2 tsp |
| Pasta (penne or ziti) | 12 oz |
| Marinara sauce | 2 cups |
| Mozzarella cheese | 2 cups, shredded |
| Fresh basil | For garnish |
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version, or use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed. Mama Lou always said the best recipes are those that can adapt to what you have available.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs and place them in a baking dish.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
- Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs, then add the cooked pasta.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: undefined
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: undefined
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: undefined
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: undefined