Dump and Bake Cheesy Meatball Casserole: Easy Family Delight
A simple and delicious casserole that combines meatballs, pasta, and cheese for a quick family meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound frozen meatballs
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine the meatballs, penne, marinara sauce, water, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Stir everything until well mixed.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- This casserole can be customized with different types of pasta or sauce.
- Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Dump & Bake Cheesy Meatball Casserole