Meatball Pasta Casserole
A comforting casserole featuring pasta, meatballs, and gooey cheese, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9x13 Baking Pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 16 oz. rotini pasta (or ziti or penne)
- 24 oz. spaghetti sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups water
- 14 oz. frozen meatballs
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. dried basil
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- optional parmesan cheese and herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a 9x13 baking pan, combine uncooked pasta, spaghetti sauce, milk, water, frozen meatballs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, and salt.
- Stir everything together until well combined.
- Cover the baking pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- After 45 minutes, remove the foil and check pasta doneness. If needed, cover and bake for a few more minutes.
- Once pasta is tender, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let the casserole sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Freeze for longer storage.