I was wondering can I make ahead and put in fridge/freezer? Followed recipe exactly and it turned out great. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a note, and I'm so glad that you've found my site. Thank you so much for your note, Rakel! I just updated the recipe to correct it. I served with garlic Texas toast. I love this site and i visit your site everyday. Even a tired new mom can handle that, I promise. Stir into the pasta, along with the sauce and grated Parmesan cheese or other cheese of choice. I think that it could probably cook in a Crock Pot too, but I just don't know what the exact timing would be since I haven't tried it myself. The best part of this comfort food casserole, however, is that YOU DON'T EVEN HAVE TO BOIL THE PASTA!! Wanted to make this but cant find fully cooked meatballs in my supermarket, can I cook them in the dish first then add the other ingredients or is them being frozen essential to the cooking times and final texture of the meal? Just made this tonight, it was great! That doesn’t mean I am taking away any stars and I’m head over heels in love with this since I can *actually* make it!!! It seems that almost every culture has some sort of meatball in its recipe box. One warning...some have asked about doing this in a crockpot. Thanks so much for letting me know, Leaha! Since we re two old people it certainly made too much. If you give it a shot, just make sure that you keep your eye on it so that you can turn it off when the pasta is cooked. Hey, Kristen! I added some cottage cheese in on top before baking. I didn't see any measurements for the ingredients? - Give her the instructions on how to stir everything together, tell her to cover it, and provide her with the baking instructions. ), so we'll definitely be trying more of your recipes. This not only looks delicious, but beautiful as well. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this dish, not having to cook the noodles is awesome and it's so easy to always keep these ingredients on hand when I need a quick supper. Covered that with a mixture of 1 cup Panko bread crumb mixed with 1 tablespoon of melted butter and 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. As I had never made this before, tried it out first on my own family. It's in the oven now and smells amazing. Hi, Nicole! I do think Aunt Bee & I would get along. Serve with marinara, a sprinkle of Parmesan and toasted bread. I would just stir it in with the rest of the ingredients right before baking. I loved the simplicity of this recipe. I loved using Trader Joe's for these ingredients. You can never go wrong with some butter, cheese, and breadcrumbs. Cooking shouldn't be a worrisome chore. My husband really liked it so I will be making this again. Hey, Danyell! You can see a list of them here: https://www.theseasonedmom.com/?s=dump. I had my doubts about this recipe based on the amount of pasta sauce vs the amount of water. I also chopped up my meatballs into quarters so it wpuld be more mixed with the dish (lots of mouths to feed over here). Are you referring to dry pasta noodles, or something like zucchini noodles? Made this exactly as written and we both enjoyed it very much! I SO admire your time and dedication to making everything from scratch. My family even ate the leftovers which is a miracle around here. When he’s not spending time in the kitchen with his Westie, Rocco, he’s working in his yard, doing stand-up comedy or devouring a platter of nachos. FANTASTIC! I came to your site to get the derby pie recipe (yum) and got busy looking at all of the other recipes. You can definitely use cooked pasta, and it should reheat at 350 degrees F in about 25 minutes (if you're heating it right away) or in about 35 minutes if you're cooking it directly from the refrigerator and it's still cold. If you know me, you know I love eggplant! I'm constantly trying to figure out how to serve my family a variety of dinners that: This dump-and-bake supper is absolutely one of those meals! Yes, I think it could, but I've never actually tried it myself, so I couldn't give you any specific cooking times. how long will this dish last? Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, Heather! of olive oil in a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook meatballs, stirring occasionally, ⦠Would I bake it and then freeze it or would I assemble and have her family bake it? Did you have it really tightly covered (you want to make sure that the pasta can absorb all of the liquid without it escaping)? Sometimes we all need a lazy option that doesn't require much effort or too many ingredients! It's definitely going into rotation at our house. I think it would work, but I can't tell you the exact timing because I've never tested it that way myself. Thank you so much for sharing! It has become my go-to meal to make when I didn't have a plan and I need something easy that I know the kids will love. of pasta. Hi! 2 (25 ounce) jars marinara sauce Hi, Denise! I'm so glad for you to share the recipe with your daughter and a friend. P. S. Follow The Seasoned Mom on Instagram and show us what you're making! I hope it turns out okay. Hi! https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/1-meatball- Thanks for another great recipe Blair! You want to thaw the meatballs because if you try to bake the pasta with frozen meatballs throughout, it's like trying to boil pasta with a bunch of ice cubes in the water. You'll need 3 cups of water. I was on diet. I hope you'll give it a try! Pair this cozy pasta dish with a side of homemade garlic bread (a family favorite) or focaccia bread! But based on all the great reviews, I decided to give it a try. Bland doesn't begin to describe it. I do not recommend freezing this casserole because pasta has a tendency to get gummy and mushy when thawed. I added I talian seasonung and, after tasting the pasta to be sure it was al dente, I added a can of fire roasted tomatoes to try to give it some taste. So if I were to add onions (new cook here) should i saute them first a little? What would you recommend for reheating instruction? . Oh and I would add a little salt before baking next time. Could you use Alfredo sauce instead of marinara? The pasta will start to soften and absorb some of the liquid as it sits, so you may need to decrease the baking time slightly. You can give it a stir during the cooking time to make sure that everything cooks evenly, if you like. Thanks. Could this be made in the slow cooker? Meatball recipes. Sign up for my exclusive emails and get this free guide! I like the idea I can have everything on hand as the Winters here are nasty. I also live at 6,000 ft elevation and that has its own issues. Cover to bake, and remove the foil at the end of baking to allow the cheese to brown. Hope that helps, and enjoy! I would think it would work if I just mixed the veggies in before baking, but I would appreciate any suggestions you may have! Was your oven completely preheated? YES! I'm so glad that you enjoyed it, Diana! I even set it on the time bake while at church & it’s ready when we get home! Thanks. Since you're using uncooked pasta, I think that the texture gets a little gummy if it sits around too long (in the fridge or even after baking as leftovers), so it's just not my preference. Awesome! If your pasta shapes need longer (or shorter), just adjust the time in the oven accordingly. Still good but better with regular rotini. I'm guessing it will take about an hour on high for the pasta to become tender, but you really just need to watch it. Yes -- this should work in the Crock Pot; however, you'll want to put the pasta in when it's dry (don't cook it first) so that it can absorb the liquid and cook in the pot. Yes! I'm so glad that you tried this recipe. Thanks for your note. It will take everything a lot longer to come to temperature and bake through. but I think this varies depending on size and shape of the baking dish. That is not what my family is eating no matter how delicious it is! Thank you Blair! Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs {Easy Leftover Recipe} This delicious spaghetti casserole is easy to make and a superb use of leftovers from your spaghetti dinners! I used the large rectangle dish to cook it in and it was perfect. Tasted great and I loved how easy it was - it's a big win when there's not a pile of dishes to clean up after!! I even shared the link with some friends. I have made this several times and just love it but would love to try in the IP, Hi, Janis! Looks delicious! © 2017–2021 The Seasoned Mom About Privacy. So...my tweaks: I put the pasta, sauce, and my homemade unsalted chicken broth (instead of water) in the oven for 30 minutes. Divide meat and form 8 equally sized meatballs. Meatball Enchiladas. Could you recommend how to adjust the recipe (if it would need any changes at all) if I wanted to add spinach or other vegetables, such as diced zucchini? Great Leftover Meatballs Polpette di lesso. I don't think this would hold up in a crockpot. Now am gonna try this. - I would also put a nice new casserole dish (as a gift) or a disposable foil casserole dish in the bag. Took the noodle mix out of the oven (the pasta wasn't yet done and there was plenty of liquid left in the dish) and stirred in the onions and meatballs. 2 (16 ounce) packages uncooked rotini pasta Thanks in advance! I threw this together exactly as you have it. Yay! Instead of stressing over dinner, it took care of itself in the oven and allowed me to be outside with the family playing on a beautiful night. But I followed the recipe exactly. This meatball casserole looks so good, and I can't wait to give it a go. All cooks/families have different tastes. It has been so hot lately and having the oven on at 425 is not sounding amazing at all. my partner had 3 bowl fulls of this last night. This dish will definitely be a regular in our household! Blair - I have a question- Can all the ingredients be mixed together in the pan in the morning, then refrigerated and then baked late afternoon? Made this for dinner tonight and it was great! I haven't but, since I had to leave it in the oven on 'warm' because my husband was very late from work, the pasta got a little 'pasty'. My youngest just arrived from his duty station for the holiday and wifey isn't home from work. . Hi, Michael! So I'll try this recipe BUT with no-salt-added pasta sauce (yeah, it is out there -- just gotta Google it) and instead of pre-made meatballs I'll use (pick one) browned hamburger, shaved steak or chicken (both sold by the package in our local grocery -- very low sodium), browned ground turkey, etc. I am wondering if this is something I can do in the crockpot? Should I cook it completely and then bring it over, or should I just prep it? ❤️, Awesome! Thanks! I was wondering if you allow sponsored post on your site? This looks incredible! I know this will be a hit and a "make again" - just want to make sure I didn't do anything wrong also, what size (qt) caserole dish did you use? I feel like I can actually cook now and I feel way more comfortable in the kitchen. Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. I needed to change the actual pasta sauce I chose —original one had no flavor. Thanks for your note, and I bet those breadcrumbs on top were delicious! Coarsely chop the meatballs. You're right, Shelley. If you would prefer to bake it before delivering it, I would suggest reheating instructions as follows: bake, covered, at 350 degrees for about 25-30 minutes, or until heated through. No worries, Margie! I know the pasta would have to go in last minute to prevent mushiness. I have so many recipes on this site that are equally simple (many are called "dump-and-bake..."), so hopefully you can find even more success in the meals ahead. Wow does this casserole look good, Blair! It's perfect! Great job , Hey, Robyn! It turns out perfect every time. It might just need a little bit longer in your oven? Any suggestions? Yes ma'am this old man is the cook in this house, gotta keep honey happy!!! Then thaw it and put it in oven to prep ahead of time? Saw this recipe at Food & Fitness Fridays and such a nice surprise to discover it was yours! I am just not sure they would be able to check noodle for doneness if I use dry. I purchased pre made meatballs from the store that are raw and need to be cooked. I took his 10 year old son’s criticism seriously though and here are some things to consider: it IS a casserole so it’s pretty fool proof. That said, I know that other readers have frozen leftovers without issue. That's awesome! So glad that you enjoyed it! Cover it and bake it in the oven while you deal with laundry, homework, feeding the dog, and all of the 18909809832429508 other items on your "To Do" list. I'll make sure to use a 9x13 next time! The former owner of his own catering business, Mark’s been part of the Taste of Home team for the past 20 years. You can even freeze cheese to keep it fresh if you're worried that you won't have any in your refrigerator when you need it. Whole Foods also has a great brand called Nature's Rancher. Check out the brands our editors and the Taste of Home Test Kitchen recommend. I also love meatballs. can tomato sauce, 1 Tbsp. I made this tonight and it was amazing!!! Made this tonight, it went perfectly. Glad you liked it. I'm gonna try this using my beef broth instead of water. Then proceed with the recipe as written. Also it would not let me rate it on mobile, I'm sorry. Awesome! I have used both rotini and a mini penne, which work well. Not a good cook, but i'm gonna try this one. I wish I'd read the comments first and cooked it longer to begin with! It does look delicious! Hi, Lisa! How much time do you think it would take in the oven if I put already cooked pasta in? I feel embarrassed asking. . Thank you! . That confirmation email should be waiting for you in your inbox! Loved this. Covered or uncovered? Will that change anything about the recipe? IT WAS AWESOME! Your homemade version will probably taste amazing! Such a yummy dish! I have so many other dump and bake recipes on the blog, so hopefully you'll find a few more new options. Hope that helps! I only had 1-2 crunchy noodles in the whole dish which was fine by me since I didn’t have to cook the noodles first! Please try again. BuzzFeed Staff ... Get all the best Tasty recipes in your inbox! Uncover; stir. I want it to work for you because it's so good! Even when baking, I know my oven occasionally has a temperature tantrum and I bought a thermometer that lives in the oven now. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. This is what I would do for your friend: Hi! Just regular barilla pasta -- NOT oven ready. Taste of Home is America's #1 cooking magazine. Check out the brands our editors and the Taste of Home Test Kitchen recommend. I'm so glad that you stopped by! So glad that you enjoyed it, Sarah! Thank you so much, I’m excited to see! Any idea if anything changes if I half everything. Hi, Bea! If I made this ahead of time and had the kids just pop it in the oven, dinner could be done before I get home. . This is the first recipe I have ever successfully followed. I used garden blend rotini noodles (only because I accidentally bought them and was too lazy to go to the store to get a regular rotini box). She has 3 strapping farm boys and a husband to feed. This was yummy & so easy!!! Is the picture misleading, because step 2 of the recipe reads: "In a large baking dish (about 9 x 13), stir together uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, and meatballs. I made it again tonight. Hey, Rachel! I'm going to try this recipe for the first time. I did treak it. Enjoy! I made this for my family and it was excellent! Plan to make it tonight but only have larger (shell ) noodles. Cook time should be the same! Then it's just a matter of stirring everything together when you're ready to prepare the recipe, which only takes about 5 minutes. Thanks for sharing. - Shop for all of the ingredients and put them in a nice reusable grocery bag. Love this! Please don't cook acidic foods in aluminum, I tried this and it was an amazing casserole! Iâm like so many of you, looking for great recipe ideas to use up leftovers from the holidays. ???? Do Not Sell My Personal Information – CA Residents. It is my son's favorite meal! The liquid ratio worked to cook the noodles both times but this time the flavor is more robust. This totally warms my heart, Megan! These leftover lamb recipes will help you vary your diet and reduce food waste. In this batch, I used the leftover pulp of a beetroot, carrot, apple, celery and ginger juice so there was the sweetness of apples which offset the sharpness of the vegetables. Either way, this is going on the menu plan for next week! You want almost all of the noodles submerged, but it's totally fine if some are sticking out. If the pasta gets overcooked in the Crock Pot it will just be mushy, which is obviously not what you want. I donât know about you but I have a ton of hard boiled eggs and ham sitting in my refrigerator. I followed the directions exactly and it turned out perfectly. I made this today. Use a variety of meats to make these flavourful easy meatballs - from beef, pork ⦠Thanks for taking the time to leave a note and let me know! Thank you so much for your kind words, and happy Thanksgiving to you as well! , I used mini farfalle noodles and they weren't ready at the 30 minute mark....probably should have cooked longer before adding the cheese :p But using what I had on hand...should have read the comments before trying something different LOL. I don't know for sure...just a guess. Thank you so much, Tisha! Maybe some onions and fresh herbs mixed in. This was really yummy and easy! hi what if I do not have a dish like that to bake it in I have a aluminum pan can I still use these ingredients without boiling the noodles, Hi, Sharon! Hope that helps! The kids are dying when j get home. Any of our meatball recipes will be a hit with all the family. I'm so glad that you and your family enjoyed the dinner. I’m soooo proud of myself, too! Wonderful! All of my old recipes will remain on my food blog, of course, so there will be a mixture of the old and the new for everyone to look through and choose. Hi, Shelley! Would give it a 10 if it were an option! One final note, I used breadcrumbs that I had tossed with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic and Parmesan shaky cheese and topped with that for last 5 minutes of baking. 29 Exciting Ways To Eat Meatballs. I packed it for my office lunch the next day as well, so amazing! Awesome! The broth is so light and flavorful, everyone wants the recipe! Also, I’m open to ideas of other vegetables you think would work with this meal, please. I did this In the crock pot and it turned out amazing. I often find that the prep time given in recipes is less than what it takes me to prep, but not this one! It doesn't get much easier, right?! I actually had rotini pasta but I bought a box of "miniature spaghetti" from Safeway and have been trying to figure out a good recipe to use it in...this was it!!! Success! Maybe I should add this to my recipe testing list! Thanks so much. my fiancé always wants me to cook so I'm going to try this dish looks great. This recipe calls for regular noodles, so I haven't tested it with veggie-based noodles. I hope that everyone enjoys it, Judy! If yes, kindly reply me with the best price per post. I hope that you both really enjoy it! I was intrigued in your site theseasonedmom.com because of the exquisite oriented info and sensations it displayed. Great recipe! Does the water have to be hot, cold, room temperature? Hi! Italian cuisine (and pasta specifically) is always a big hit in my house. It's not a no-stArs recipe! Depending on how much you have leftover and how many people you need to feed, you can use the meat and sauce in a Pasta Casserole. This recepi is most defenately a keeper, was so easy and so tasty too, used a jar of marinara meatball sauce, I did everything the way you did it apart from when I got the mozzarella out I found out it was out of date so I had to use normal shredded cheddar and it was lovely (lots of cheese) the people who are saying it´s bland must be using some ghetto sauce with no flavour, my pasta cooked properly and evenly and I sent pictures of this last night to my daughter and a friend, they are both lazy cooks and they now both want this recepi and I hope you don´t mind me sharing it with them, thank you for posting this, can see me making this a lot when I´m tired and havn´t got a lot of time to mess around in the kitchen, take care ps. . By lutzflcat. Hi I'm wondering if I could use cooked meatballs in this dish considering the water that is added. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. You literally toss together some dry pasta, some frozen (fully cooked) meatballs, marinara sauce, and water in a big baking dish. I also substituted one cup of the water for more sauce (buying 2 jars)... then I added a bit more sauce once it was all stirred up. Hi, Alexandra! . Thanks. It's always a hit! I have not tried the recipe yet so I could not give a rating. Meanwhile, sauteed chopped onions on high heat in a cast iron pan just to get a bit of char on them...removed them, then sliced my Costco frozen (thawed) meatballs in half and gave them a char on each side in the same cast iron pan. No noodle boiling? I work almost every ight until after 6. Thanks, Shelly!! Yay! A hit with the family and will definitely be adding to our favorites! Enjoy! Removed the foil and put the chees on top and baked for 5 minutes. How many 10 yr.old boys would this serve in a 9x13 dish? It was a tiny bit mushy but certainly not enough to change anything for the next time. Yes! . I'm so glad that you enjoyed it, Laura! I have never stirred it all together in advance because I worry that the dried pasta will absorb liquid as it sits and then might have a mushy texture after baking later. Like several others, I had to cook it an additional 20 minutes covered before adding the cheese in order to get the pasta done. I would also include a salad and a fresh loaf of bread or dinner rolls for her family to serve on the side. Just keep an eye on the penne -- it should have a similar baking time to the rotini, but it may need a few minutes more or less. I used veggie rotini& it was great. Just place ground turkey or beef in with pasta & cover it with the sauce. Who knows. Hi, Kyla! jazz up your leftover boiled beef: cheek and tongue meatballs with mustard glazed carrots. . You can definitely prep it in advance -- I just wouldn't leave it sitting in the fridge for more than a few hours. Anyway, I love that I can make sure to have these things on hand waiting for a busy night. I used mozzarella last time and it was seriously way too bland. His son thought the flavor was kinda bland. Hey, Debra! Just be careful not to overcook the pasta in the slow cooker or it will become mushy. Broil for 6-8 minutes, until golden brown. Hi, Lisa! Maybe next time?! Love the whole dump-and-bake concept (tasty meals with as little work as possible? So glad that you enjoyed the meal, and I hope that you'll try some of our other dump-and-bake dinners as well! I would have to play around with the amount of liquid and the cooking time. Oh, YAY!!! The texture of the pasta is a bit gummy if you freeze it after baking, so that's not my preference. You can definitely make the meatballs for these -- just be sure that they are fully cooked before adding them to the casserole. Sign up for the Tasty newsletter today! I totally agree! Are the noodles suppose to be completely submerged in the water/marinara or will this still cook appropriately because the tin foil will be covering it? After reading all these great reviews, I wonder what I did wrong? It makes a lot so for us two, so we'll have another dinner ready to go. I love not having to precook the pasta, making this a great “ lazy day” dish. In a 9 x 13-inch baking dish, stir together uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, and meatballs. Would this work with penne pasta? Thank you for the recipe! Eggplant Meatballs Rating: Unrated 34 Yes, I made eggplant meatballs. It's definitely a dinner that our husbands can get behind! That's awesome, Bre! What a great combination of meatballs and rotini pasta! I'm not the greatest cook and always question myself. Yes, an aluminum pan will be fine! Took it out and sprinkled fresh sliced basil leaves all over the top. Thanks so much, Trisha! I never precook my noodles. I never been too much of a cook but now I am trying especially with my new family so Thanks! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a note with the details of your version, Frances! Get your mind out of the gutter. I'm 9 months pregnant with my second child and making freezer meals for after the baby is born. Thanks again! The best part was spending precious time (which is few and far between) with the family while dinner was doing itself! I needed to add Italian seasoning and garlic. Instead, use regular pasta and just add water then cook as usual. It's super quick and it's easy to have the ingredients on hand. Thanks for your kind note. This is my daughter’s favorite so far Now saying that, do you think I could get in on the care packages? Baked at 425 for 35 minutes covered. Maybe adding 2 jars of pasta sauce would give it some flavor? If you have a different shape 3-4 quart dish (as shown), that will be fine too. To a mountain of diced leftover ham, she adds eggs, bread crumbs, mustard, pepper and raw ground meat like pork, chicken or whatever is in the freezer. Sorry! I didn’t have rotini so I used farfalle and it was still really good! Hi, Judy! Hi, Deb! You don't even have to boil the pasta for this easy Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole! What are your suggestions for altered bake times then? A co worker shared this recipe with me and I’m so glad she did. Hi, Devan! , His is sooooo easy and delish. So fast and easy to make--love that! Hey, Katie! Then move on to the next step. However , I am wondering why it is necessary to thaw the frozen meatballs since it is cooking for awhile. Leftover meatballs may be stored in the freezer in a resealable plastic bag. I would suggest simmering the meatballs and liquid for a couple of hours on LOW. You're so sweet to comment on the photos...I'm trying! Zucchini is a great idea! How To Make Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs⦠This simple recipe requires just 5 ingredients that you can keep in your kitchen for those last-minute meals when you really don't feel like cooking. The picture posted with the recipe is a large casserole dish, but in the comments you stated you used a 9x13 pan. Yes, you can definitely cut the recipe in half and bake it in an 8-inch square pan. , Hi Blair, I think that would work really well, Tia! I had to add about 5 minutes or so to each phase of the cooking times. Fed it to some guests for dinner with and it was a hit. At this point you should check the pasta to make sure that it is al dente (firm but just about finished cooking). Thanks again!! I'm not sure if this is the case since I haven't tried it that way -- just a guess. Saucy meatballs are great warmed and served on a hoagie roll, of course. I am.making it now to take to a pot luck dinner at the American Legion. Can't wait.. . , So glad that you both enjoyed it, Sarah! This recipe is a definite keeper. And easy recipes are always wonderful -- no matter how old we are! Hi, Trish! These guys love Italian pasta dinners. You can totally cook! Quick reply would be great as I wanna make it tonight! I look at most cooking times as an estimate. My husband would love this! Seriously, this could be once a week at my house! Freeze the dry ingredients and label the bag with the amount and type of liquids to add before cooking. It's not a silly question at all! Do I bake them in the oven first and then add them to this meal like in the recipe? Frozen meatballs also include a lot of sodium, so if you're trying watch the sodium intake, you could use homemade meatballs instead. This came out perfectly!!!! You can also subscribe without commenting. Plus, 425F is also the perfect temp for cooking frozen garlic cheese bread so I can just put together a quick salad and have pasta, bread and salad for an easy meal. Yes and yes! . Season with salt to taste; stir. . It says cook time is 50 minutes but the recipe says total 40 minutes. Thanks, Anna! Hope that helps, and enjoy! I am trying this for dinner. But this made me feel like cheating. Total comfort food, right?! Not only are the meatballs more nutritious (as youâre replacing breadcrumbs with vegetables), but theyâre also absolutely irresistible. Thanks so much for letting me know, John. You will need to drastically alter the amount of liquid in the dish, though, because the cooked pasta won't absorb the water like the raw pasta will. 1106mg sodium for a serving. Awesome! That is weird that you had to cook it so much longer, but I'm glad that your kids enjoyed it! Form the meat mixture into 1 inch meatballs (approximately 2 dozen meatballs) and place on the prepared baking sheet. I think it would defrost enough if you took it out when you start making the dinner. Tastes great too! Hi, Heather! Thanks for taking the time to let me know! This was so good!! . Use hashtag #theseasonedmom. 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