Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole, a hassle-free dish perfect for busy weeknights. This easy recipe combines frozen meatballs, pasta, and rich sauce into a single casserole that bakes to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 1 can (24 ounces) pasta sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a casserole dish, mix frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, water, and uncooked pasta until well combined.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 40 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top, then bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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