Description
This Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole is a simple and satisfying dish that requires minimal prep work. Frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, and uncooked pasta are combined in one dish, topped with cheese, and baked to melty perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Frozen Meatballs:
- 1 pound
Pasta Sauce:
- 1 can (24 ounces)
Water:
- 1 cup
Uncooked Pasta:
- 2 cups (such as penne or rigatoni)
Mozzarella Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded
Parmesan Cheese:
- 1/4 cup grated
Garnish:
- Fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Combine Ingredients: In a casserole dish, combine frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, water, and uncooked pasta.
- Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 40 minutes.
- Add Cheese: Uncover, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole, Meatball Casserole, Easy Casserole Recipe, Pasta Bake
