Description
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender meatballs, gooey cheese, and savory pasta sauce into a delightful one-dish meal. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, allowing you to enjoy a hearty dinner with minimal effort. The bubbling cheese and vibrant flavors will fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma and your loved ones with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375?F (190?C).
- Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the baking dish, combine frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg