Description
A hearty Italian-American dish with halal meatballs baked into al dente spaghetti and rich tomato sauce. No deep-frying required for juicy results and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Ground beef (halal) 2 lbs
Spaghetti 1 lb
Italian seasoning 1 tbsp
Marinara sauce 2 cups
Breadcrumbs 1/2 cup
Egg 1 large
Olive oil 1 tbsp (for pan)
Unsalted butter 1 tbsp
Mozzarella cheese 1 1/2 cups, shredded
Optional: gluten-free spaghetti for dietary needs
Instructions
Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and half the Italian seasoning. Form 1.5″ meatballs
Boil spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain
Spread 1/2 cup marinara in a 9×13″ baking dish
Arrange meatballs over marinara
Layer cooked spaghetti on top
Pour remaining marinara to cover mixture
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes
Optional: Add mozzarella during final 10 minutes of baking
Let rest 15 minutes before serving
Notes
Blend fine and coarse ground beef (50/50) for texture
Use meat thermometer: 160°F (71°C) internal temp
Add butter on top before baking for enhanced flavor
Avoid overcooking pasta for better sauce absorption
Leave 1″ edge space in baking dish
Reheat leftovers in oven, not microwave
Gluten-free option available
Halal-compliant beef only
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg