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Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

Cost $12, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 45 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Base

    • 12 ounces rotini pasta
    • 💧 2 1/2 cups water
    • 1 (24-ounce) jar marinara sauce

  • Protein

    • 1 (14-ounce) frozen meatballs, thawed

  • Vegetables

    • 1 cup bell pepper

  • Seasoning

    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt

  • Cheese

    • 🧀 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
    • 🧀 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

2

Combine pasta, water, marinara sauce, meatballs, peppers, and salt in a 9x13-inch baking dish.

3

Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake until pasta is al dente, about 30-35 minutes.

4

Remove the foil and stir in 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

5

Bake uncovered until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

6

Serve garnished with fresh herbs, if desired.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

362

Calories

  • 19
    Protein
  • 28
    Carbs
  • 19
    Fats

💡 For a more colorful dish, consider adding diced zucchini or mushrooms.Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.To ensure pasta cooks evenly, stir the dish gently midway through baking.