1-Getting started: with Swedish Meatball Pasta Bake is simple and rewarding. Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish. This sets the stage for a dish that’s ready in just 35 minutes total.

2-Combine the meatball ingredients 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large beaten egg, 1/2 finely grated onion, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Form the mixture into 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls and brown them in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat until they’re browned on all sides but not fully cooked; set them aside. Meanwhile, boil 2 1/2 cups egg noodles for 2 minutes less than package instructions to keep them from getting mushy.

3-In the same skillet, simmer 1 cup beef broth, 1 pint heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, scraping up those tasty browned bits for extra flavor. Let it thicken slightly, then season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Layer the noodles in the prepared dish, nestle in the meatballs, pour the sauce evenly over the top, and sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese melts and everything bubbles. Let it rest for 5 minutes and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley before serving.