Roasted Red Pepper Cream Swirl Meatball Casserole

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Roasted Red Pepper Cream Swirl Meatball Casserole 1767871337.739704

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Roasted Red Pepper Cream Swirl Meatball Casserole 1767871337.739704

dump and bake meatball casserole

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  • Author: Madison Clarke
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: General
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Description

This Roasted Red Pepper Cream Swirl Meatball Casserole features tender meatballs in a creamy roasted red pepper sauce, topped with a crispy Parmesan-panko crust. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 500g ground beef (85/15), notes
  • 180g breadcrumbs, notes
  • 1 large egg, notes
  • 1 small onion, minced, notes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced, notes
  • 1 tsp salt, notes
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper, notes
  • 1 tsp dried oregano, notes
  • 0.5 tsp dried basil, notes
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (0.5 tsp for meatballs, 1 tsp for sauce), notes
  • 300g roasted red peppers, drained, notes
  • 240ml heavy cream, notes
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice, notes
  • 60g panko breadcrumbs, notes
  • 100g grated Parmesan cheese, notes
  • 30ml melted butter or olive oil, notes
  • 30ml basil-infused olive oil, notes
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish, notes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven & Dish: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Mix Meatballs: Combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and 0.5 tsp paprika.
  3. Form Meatballs: Roll into 2-inch meatballs and arrange in the dish.
  4. Make Red Pepper Sauce: Blend peppers, cream, 1 tsp paprika, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
  5. Swirl Sauce: Pour sauce over meatballs, creating swirls with a spoon.
  6. Make Topping: Combine panko, Parmesan, and melted butter.
  7. Add Topping: Sprinkle topping over the casserole.
  8. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, until cooked through.
  9. Broil (Optional): Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra crispness.
  10. Finish & Serve: Drizzle with basil oil and garnish with parsley.

Notes

For best results, avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to ensure tenderness. Assembling the casserole ahead of time is convenient; add extra baking time if starting cold.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg

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