Oven-Ready
Marinara Penne and Ricotta Meatballs
easy prep & pan included
Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.
Spice Level: Mild
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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- 4 oz. Pre-Cut Zucchini
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- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
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Nutrition (per serving) 2qWgYZqR
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Calories700
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Carbohydrates54g
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Net Carbs49g
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Fat34g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1330mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- 1 Mixing Bowl
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
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Prepare the Ingredients
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry.
Combine zucchini and 1 tsp. olive oil on one half of provided tray. -
Add the Meatballs
Combine ground beef, ricotta, panko, and seasoning blend in a mixing bowl.
Form into six evenly-sized meatballs. Place in empty side of tray.Bake uncovered in hot oven, 15 minutes. -
Bake the Dish
Carefully remove tray from oven. Add pasta and marinara to zucchini and stir to combine. Top pasta with Parmesan and mozzarella.
Bake again uncovered until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 7-8 minutes.Carefully remove tray from oven. Garnish with red pepper flakes (to taste). Bon appétit!
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