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Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole

Delicious Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole Made Easy

Quick and easy Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole is perfect for stressful weeknights, combining rotini pasta, meatballs, and mozzarella cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 16 oz Rotini Pasta You can use penne or fusilli for a fun twist.
  • 3 cups Water Consider swapping in vegetable or chicken broth for added flavor.
  • 24 oz Pasta Sauce Feel free to substitute with marinara or homemade sauce.
  • 24 oz Frozen Precooked Meatballs Swap with cooked sausage or turkey meatballs for different flavors.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Remember to use seasoned salt or omit if your sauce is sodium-rich.
  • 8 oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar or dairy-free cheese are great alternatives.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the uncooked rotini pasta in the baking dish and pour 3 cups of water over it.
  3. Pour the pasta sauce evenly over the water and pasta and sprinkle the kosher salt on top.
  4. Arrange the frozen precooked meatballs in a single layer over the sauce.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meatballs, covering them completely.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is golden brown.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure rotini is fully submerged in water for best results. Thaw meatballs for even cooking. You can prepare the casserole ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.

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