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dump and bake your way to a fantastic meatball casserole

Dump and Bake Your Way to a Cheesy Meatball Casserole


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and delicious meatball casserole that you can prepare in one dish. Just dump and bake for a hearty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound frozen meatballs
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup cooked pasta, any type
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, combine the frozen meatballs and marinara sauce.
  3. Add the cooked pasta and mix well.
  4. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese on top.
  5. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use homemade meatballs if preferred.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
  • This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: meatball casserole, easy dinner, one dish meal, dump and bake