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Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake

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This Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake is a hearty, oven-baked casserole featuring juicy beef meatballs, creamy savory sauce, tender egg noodles, and melted cheese. It’s a cozy, family-friendly dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Swedish-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 12 oz wide egg noodles
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire-style sauce (halal-friendly)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1½ cups Swiss cheese, grated and divided
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, panko, egg, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and nutmeg until combined.
  3. Form into meatballs (about 2 tbsp each) and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. While meatballs bake, cook egg noodles in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Gradually add beef broth and cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in Worcestershire-style sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Add 1 cup of Swiss cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  8. In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine noodles and sauce. Gently stir to coat the noodles.
  9. Top with baked meatballs and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheese on top.
  10. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use store-bought cooked meatballs for a shortcut.
  • Try penne, fusilli, or rotini instead of egg noodles.
  • Add sautéed mushrooms, peas, or spinach for extra vegetables.
  • Mix Swiss with mozzarella or cheddar for a sharper cheese flavor.
  • To lighten, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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