Oven-Ready
Mozzarella-Stuffed Ricotta Meatballs with Marinara and Cavatappi
easy prep & pan included
Prep & Cook Time: 30-40 min.
Cook Within: 5 days
Difficulty Level: Easy
Spice Level: Mild
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat
Chef
Ryan Pugh
In Your Box (serves 2)
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8 oz. Cooked Cavatappi Pasta
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
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0.42 oz. Mayonnaise
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¼ cup Italian Panko Blend
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½ oz. Grated Parmesan
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
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1 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
- 8 fl. oz. Marinara Sauce
- 4 oz. Pepper and Onion Mix
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2 oz. Ricotta
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories758
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Carbohydrates56g
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Fat35g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1650mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 Mixing Bowls
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
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry. Combine pasta, pepper and onion mix, ¼ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. pepper in provided tray. Top evenly with marinara.
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2 Make the Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Combine ground beef, mayonnaise, panko, ¼ tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper in another mixing bowl. Form into six evenly-sized meatballs. Flatten meatballs and place 1 tsp. ricotta-mozzarella mixture in center. Fold meat around cheese and seal shut. Place stuffed meatballs on pasta.
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3 Finish the Dish
Bake uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 30-40 minutes. Carefully remove tray from oven. Garnish with Parmesan and red pepper flakes (to taste). Bon appétit!
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