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Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake Recipe

Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake Recipe

5.2 from 21 reviews

A comforting and hearty Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake that combines juicy homemade meatballs, tender pasta, and a rich creamy sauce all baked to perfection.

Ingredients

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Ingredients for the Meatballs:

  • 1 and 1/4 cups plain panko bread crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2/3 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 pound ground beef (85/15)
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 3 tablespoons oil

Ingredients for the Pasta:

  • 2 cups shell pasta

Ingredients for the Sauce:

  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Directions for the Meatballs: Add the panko bread crumbs to a large bowl and set aside… (Full detailed meatball preparation instructions).
  2. Directions for the Pasta: Cook the pasta al dente according to the directions on the box, drain it and add it to a 9 x 13 oven safe baking dish.
  3. Directions for the Sauce and Assembly: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F… (Complete sauce preparation and assembly steps).

Notes

  • For a twist, try using a mix of ground beef and ground turkey.
  • This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Swedish Meatballs, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food, Homemade Meatballs