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Swedish Meatball Casserole

Tender meatballs are layered over perfectly cooked pasta and baked in a rich, creamy gravy in this Swedish Meatball Casserole.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Swedish
Keyword: casserole, family friendly, swedish meatball casserole, Swedish Meatballs
Servings: 6 people
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces rotini pasta, cooked and drained
  • 26 ounces frozen meatballs, precooked
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon allspice
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Cook and drain 10 ounces rotini pasta, Al Dente, according to the package directions, then place in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Place 26 ounces frozen meatballs, on top of the noodles.
  • For the sauce, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 tablespoons flour and whisk to create a paste.
  • Slowly stir in 2 cups beef broth and 1 cup heavy cream.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ⅛ teaspoon allspice, and ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer until the sauce starts to thicken.
  • Pour the sauce over the meatballs and noodles.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until the meatballs are warmed through.
  • Garnish the casserole with parsley, and enjoy!

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Notes

Storing & Reheating Instructions
  • Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
  • Freeze: Freeze unbaked casserole, tightly covered, for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then bake as directed. Perfect for easy meal prep or busy nights.
  • Reheat: Microwave until warmed through, or bake in a covered oven-safe dish at 350°F for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 722kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 153mg | Sodium: 486mg | Potassium: 570mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 828IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg

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