Description
Experience the ease of family meals with this Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole. In just a few minutes of prep, you can create a satisfying dish that combines tender rotini pasta, savory meatballs, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all enveloped in rich marinara sauce. This one-dish wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal with loved ones. Whether you’re feeding kids or adults, everyone will appreciate this comforting casserole that not only tastes great but also makes excellent leftovers. Get ready to elevate your dinner game effortlessly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces uncooked rotini pasta
- 24–25 ounces marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 14 ounces 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 uncooked rotini, marinara sauce, water, and thawed meatballs. Stir well.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- After 35 minutes, remove foil and stir; check if pasta is al dente. If necessary, cover again and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes.
- Once done, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake uncovered for another 5–10 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8 grams
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 53 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg