Description

This Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is a simple and delicious one-dish meal that requires minimal prep work. With just a few basic ingredients, you can have a hearty and satisfying dinner on the table in no time. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, absorbing all the flavors for a comforting and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta:

16 ounces uncooked rotini pasta

Sauce:

24–25 ounces marinara sauce

Water:

3 cups water

Meatballs:

14 ounces fully cooked cocktail-size meatballs

Cheese:

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Combine Ingredients: In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine uncooked rotini, marinara sauce, water, and thawed meatballs. Stir well.
Bake Covered: Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Check Pasta: Remove foil, stir gently, and check if pasta is al dente; cover again if needed and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake uncovered for another 5–10 minutes until melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with optional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite vegetables or spices to the mix.
Make sure the pasta is fully submerged in the liquid to ensure even cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole, Meatball Pasta Bake, Easy Meatball Casserole