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.
Ingredients
- 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.
Instructions
- 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.