Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole
This Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole is a quick and hearty one-pan meal featuring tender meatballs baked in a savory tomato sauce topped with melted cheese. Perfect for an effortless weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz cooked pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, spread the cooked pasta evenly.
- Pour the marinara sauce over the pasta and sprinkle the Italian seasoning on top.
- Arrange the frozen meatballs evenly over the sauce and pasta.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the meatballs and sauce.
- Bake uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or serve with a side of garlic bread.
Find it online: https://delilita.com/dump-and-bake-meatball-casserole/