Dump And Bake Meatball Casserole
Make dinner preparation a breeze with this no-boil pasta Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole! Only 5 ingredients needed, making it a perfect choice for a quick and easy weeknight dinner for the whole family.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 461.4 kcal
- 16 ounce uncooked rotini pasta
- 25 ounce jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 14 ounce fully-cooked miniature (cocktail-size) meatballs (if using frozen meatballs, Ensure full thawing before use).
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese are needed.
Optional: Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a mixture of fresh herbs such as basil, oregano, and parsley.
Set oven temperature to 425°F before use.
Mix uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, and meatballs in a 9x13 inch oven-safe dish. Add salt and mix. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Remove foil, stir, and check pasta for doneness. If not al dente, cover and bake until tender.
Bake the dish, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes with mozzarella cheese on top until the cheese has melted and the pasta is fully cooked.
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