Sausageball pasta bake

Health score
49%
Sausageball pasta bake
65 min.
4
638kcal

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If you’re looking for a hearty meal that combines the comforting flavors of a classic pasta dish with the delightful crunch of savory sausage balls, then look no further! The Sausageball Pasta Bake is a crowd-pleaser that brings together the richness of sausagemeat, the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, and the gooey goodness of melted mozzarella. This dish not only makes for a delicious main course but can also serve as an impressive side during your next family gathering or potluck.

What sets this recipe apart is its ability to blend textures and flavors effortlessly. The crispy sausage balls, seasoned with fragrant thyme or rosemary, anchor the dish, while the pasta and Savoy cabbage add delightful bite and nutrition. The creamy passata envelops everything in a luscious sauce that ties the dish together beautifully. Topped with a crispy layer of Parmesan and extra mozzarella that bubbles and browns in the oven, every spoonful is a delightful surprise.

Ready in just 65 minutes and packed with 638 calories per serving, this pasta bake is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare with simple ingredients and minimal equipment. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion, the Sausageball Pasta Bake will surely be a hit with family and friends, leaving everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this culinary adventure and experience a dish that warms the heart and delights the palate!

Ingredients

  • 50 breadcrumb fresh white
  • tsp rosemary leaves chopped
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 500 carton passata 
  • tbsp sun-dried tomato paste 
  • 300 fusilli 
  • 0.5 small savoy cabbage cut into 1cm-wide slices
  • 250 mozzarella cheese cubed
  • tbsp parmesan freshly grated
  • 450 sausagemeat 
  • 450 sausagemeat 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Put the sausagemeat, breadcrumbs and thyme or rosemary in a bowl and mix to combine. Shape into 20 small balls.
  2. Heat oil in a wide pan and cook the sausageballs for 10 mins until nicely browned.
  3. Add passata and tomato paste, cover and simmer gently for 20 mins.
  4. Meanwhile, cook pasta following pack instructions, adding the cabbage for the final 5 mins of cooking time.
  5. Drain cabbage and pasta, toss with the sauce and spoon into a heatproof dish.
  6. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas
  7. Push mozzarella cubes into the top of the pasta.
  8. Sprinkle with Parmesan and bake for 15-20 mins until bubbling and crusty.

Nutrition Facts

Calories638kcal
Protein18.48%
Fat30.41%
Carbs51.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.5
Glycemic Load
23.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.079130172729%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.39mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
5.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:638.13kcal
31.91%
Fat:21.5g
33.08%
Saturated Fat:9.54g
59.61%
Carbohydrates:81.33g
27.11%
Net Carbohydrates:74.1g
26.95%
Sugar:10.77g
11.96%
Cholesterol:51.08mg
17.02%
Sodium:720.41mg
31.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.41g
58.82%
Selenium:63.14µg
90.2%
Manganese:1.14mg
57.04%
Phosphorus:475.02mg
47.5%
Vitamin K:47.78µg
45.51%
Calcium:430.09mg
43.01%
Vitamin A:1903.91IU
38.08%
Vitamin C:31.03mg
37.61%
Copper:0.65mg
32.59%
Fiber:7.22g
28.9%
Iron:4.88mg
27.11%
Potassium:923.72mg
26.39%
Magnesium:104.03mg
26.01%
Vitamin B12:1.5µg
24.98%
Zinc:3.75mg
24.97%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.46%
Folate:91.5µg
22.87%
Vitamin E:3.28mg
21.86%
Vitamin B3:4.18mg
20.91%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.88%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.71%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.48%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.75%