Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake Recipe
This Swedish meatball pasta bake recipe features tender homemade meatballs, a rich creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, all baked together for a comforting and flavorful dish. It's an easy-to-make, one-pan meal perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, blending the flavors of traditional Swedish meatballs with the convenience of a pasta casserole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Ground pork
- Onion
- Breadcrumbs
- Egg
- Garlic
- Nutmeg
- Allspice
- Salt
- Pepper
- Pasta (penne or similar)
- Heavy cream
- Beef broth
- Worcestershire sauce
- Parmesan cheese
- Butter
- Flour
- Mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the meatballs by combining beef, pork, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and pepper. Form into balls.
- Brown meatballs in a skillet until cooked through. Set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add flour to create a roux. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and cream to make a sauce.
- Combine cooked pasta, meatballs, and sauce in a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use store-bought meatballs for quicker preparation.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or mustard powder for extra flavor in the sauce.
- Can be prepped ahead and baked when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg