Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole, a family-friendly dish that combines tender meatballs, rotini pasta, and rich marinara sauce topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-dish wonder requires no pre-cooking—simply combine the ingredients in a baking dish and let the oven do the work. In just over 40 minutes, you can serve up a hearty meal that delights both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz uncooked rotini pasta
- 24–25 oz marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 14 oz fully cooked cocktail-size meatballs
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine the uncooked rotini pasta, marinara sauce, water, and thawed meatballs. Stir well.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Check pasta doneness; if necessary, cover again and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until al dente.
- Remove foil, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and return to oven uncovered for another 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg