Description
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender meatballs, zesty marinara sauce, and layers of gooey cheese in a quick one-dish meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole will leave everyone asking for seconds. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will fill your home with mouthwatering aromas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 8 oz uncooked rotini pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, mix together the frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and water until well combined.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese generously.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 45 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Uncover and broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
- Let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. Swap marinara for Alfredo or pesto for a different flavor profile. If using fresh meatballs, adjust the cooking time as needed.