Oven-Ready

Marinara Penne and Ricotta Meatballs

easy prep & pan included

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Easy

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 10 oz. Ground Beef
  • 8 fl. oz. Marinara Sauce
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    8 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
  • 4 oz. Pre-Cut Zucchini
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    1 oz. Ricotta
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    1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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    1 oz. Grated Parmesan
  • Info
    ¼ cup Italian Panko Blend

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    680
  • Carbohydrates
    53g
  • Net Carbs
    41g
  • Fat
    31g
  • Protein
    44g
  • Sodium
    1540mg

Recipe Steps

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
  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove lid and label, if necessary. Reserve lid. When ingredient appears in recipe, remove from packaging. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.

    Combine zucchini, marinara, pasta, and 1/4 tsp. salt in provided tray. Push to one side and top with mozzarella and half the Parmesan (reserve remaining for garnish).

  2. 2

    Make the Meatballs

    On reserved lid, combine ricotta, panko, ground beef, and 1/4 tsp. salt.

    Form into six evenly-sized meatballs. Place in empty half of tray.

    If using ground turkey or ground pork, follow same instructions.

  3. 3

    Bake the Dish

    Bake uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 20-25 minutes.

    If using ground pork, follow same instructions. If using ground turkey, bake uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 20-25 minutes.

    Carefully remove from oven. Garnish with remaining Parmesan. Bon appétit!

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