Description
This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is a warm, comforting dish that combines frozen meatballs, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheese layered over pasta for a delightful family meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, it offers a simple preparation method that yields maximum flavor. With its bubbly, cheesy goodness straight from the oven, this casserole is sure to become a go-to favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz uncooked rotini pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
- Spread half of the uncooked pasta evenly in the dish.
- Arrange frozen meatballs over the pasta, then pour marinara sauce on top.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs.
- Layer remaining pasta, followed by more marinara and top with the remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg