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Dump-and-Bake Meatball Casserole

A simple and delicious casserole featuring savory meatballs, rich pasta sauce, and comforting pasta, all baked together in one dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound frozen meatballs Any type of frozen meatballs can be used
  • 24 ounces pasta sauce Choose your favorite brand
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni) Use your favorite type of pasta
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste fresh basil or parsley for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large casserole dish, mix together the frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, water, and uncooked pasta. Ensure everything is well combined.
Baking
  1. Cover the casserole dish tightly with foil and bake for about 40 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the casserole.
  3. Return the uncovered casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, serve hot, and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers can be refrigerated for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months. Reheat frozen portions in the oven or microwave.