Dump-Bake Meatball Casserole (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 -
450 grams frozen meatballs
→ Sauces and Liquids
02 -
400 grams pasta sauce
03 -
240 milliliters water
→ Pasta
04 -
200 grams uncooked penne or rigatoni pasta
→ Cheese
05 -
150 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
06 -
50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
→ Herbs (optional)
07 -
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 180°C and lightly grease a casserole dish.
02 -
Evenly spread the frozen meatballs in the bottom of the casserole dish.
03 -
Pour the pasta sauce and water over the meatballs to create a saucy base.
04 -
Add the uncooked pasta to the dish and gently stir to combine with the sauce and meatballs.
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Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
06 -
Remove foil, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses evenly on top, then bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 -
Sprinkle fresh basil or parsley over the casserole before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
For a crispy topping, broil the casserole for 3 to 5 minutes after baking.
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Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding.