Description
A hearty and delicious casserole made with frozen meatballs, pasta, and cheesy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Frozen Meatballs (beef, chicken, or turkey)
- 12 ounces Pasta (rotini or penne)
- 24 ounces Marinara Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (mozzarella)
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Fresh Basil or Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the frozen meatballs, uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in your preheated oven for about 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan on top.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- Let it sit for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, swap meatballs for plant-based versions and consider using zucchini noodles instead of pasta for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg