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Meatball Casserole with Cheese and Sauce

Melty Meatball Casserole with Cheese and Sauce Bliss

This Meatball Casserole with Cheese and Sauce is a comforting low-carb meal featuring juicy meatballs, zesty marinara, and a layer of melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Or replace with Italian sausage.
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Consider dairy-free cheese for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 large Egg Can use a flax egg for a vegetarian option.
  • 1/2 cup Almond Flour Swap with less coconut flour if needed.
For Flavoring
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Or use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Diced onions can be used instead.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Feel free to use homemade blends.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground yields best flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Low sugar; homemade preferred.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with dairy-free cheese if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Shape the meat mixture into bite-sized meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 25 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. While the meatballs bake, heat the marinara sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, combine them with the sauce, stirring gently to coat.
  7. Transfer the meatball and sauce mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  9. Bake again for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  10. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning and cheese according to personal preference. Ideal for meal prep and easy to customize with different meats and cheeses.

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