Oven-Ready
Beef Meatball Marinara
with penne and three cheeses
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
Chef
Sarah Thomsen
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
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8 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
- 8 oz. Marinara Sauce
- 4 oz. Sliced Zucchini
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2 oz. Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
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1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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¼ cup Italian Panko Blend
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½ oz. Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
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Nutrition (per serving) pOM0jzqX
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Calories700
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Carbohydrates55g
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Net Carbs50g
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Fat33g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1410mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ground pork, follow same instructions as ground beef in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven, 15-18 minutes, adding ingredients, and baking uncovered again until pork reaches minimum internal temperature, 10-15 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, follow same instructions as ground beef in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven, 15-18 minutes, adding ingredients, and baking uncovered again until turkey reaches minimum internal temperature, 12-15 minutes.
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If using Impossible burger, follow same instructions as ground beef in Steps 2 and 3, baking uncovered in hot oven, 15-18 minutes, adding ingredients, and baking uncovered again until burger is heated through, 8-10 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Turn oven on to 425 degrees. Let preheat, at least 10 minutes. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
Combine zucchini and 1 tsp. olive oil in one half of provided tray. -
2 Add the Meatballs
Combine ground beef, ricotta, panko, and garlic salt in a mixing bowl.
Form into six evenly-sized meatballs. Place in empty side of tray. -
3 Bake the Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until zucchini starts to soften, 15-18 minutes.
Carefully remove tray from oven. Drain any excess liquid from tray.Add pasta, a pinch of salt, and marinara to zucchini and stir to combine. Top pasta and meatballs with Parmesan and mozzarella.Bake again uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 8-10 minutes.Carefully remove tray from oven.To serve, garnish with red pepper flakes (to taste). Bon appétit!
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