If you are craving something decadent and rich in flavor, you should make this next recipe.
It’s a dump-and-bake meatball casserole that is so easy to assemble.
The title shows that you dump every ingredient into the casserole pan and bake until you get a decadent comforting recipe for the whole family.
If you are hungry, you should make this delicious meal and serve it to your hungry friends because food is always better when shared with your loved ones.
This is a 7 ingredient recipe that is easy to find and very affordable.
Why you’ll love the recipe:
Spaghetti and meatballs are similar to this recipe. This one is even easier to make because you dump the ingredients in a casserole pan and let the recipe do its magic.
How to serve it:
Serve while still warm and enjoy with a glass of white or red wine.
Ingredients:
- Meatballs defrosted
- Marinara or spaghetti sauce
- Water
- Bowtie pasta
- Italian seasoning
- Gouda cheese
- Parmesan cheese grated
How to make Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole:
Step 1. First, preheat your oven to 400 F or 200 C degrees.
Step 2. In a greased casserole pan, add the meatballs, sauce, water, pasta, and Italian seasoning.
Step 3. Stir until combined and cover with a piece of aluminum foil. Bake for about 35 minutes.
Step 4. Remove the foil and top with cheese.
Step 5. Bake for additional 10-15 minutes and serve while still warm.
This easy meal is perfect when you have guests over for dinner or lunch and want to make something quick but delicious.
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 Bag of frozen meatballs defrosted
- 1 Jar marinara or spaghetti sauce
- 3 Cups of water
- 1 Box Bowtie pasta
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 ½ C. gouda cheese
- ¼ C. Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- First, preheat your oven to 400 F or 200 C degrees.
- In a greased casserole pan, add the meatballs, sauce, water, pasta, and Italian seasoning.
- Stir until combined and cover with a piece of aluminium foil. Bake for about 35 minutes.
- Remove the foil and top with cheese.
- Bake for additional 10-15 minutes and serve while still warm.
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Can you make it ahead?
You can make it ahead of time as part of your meal planning. Cover with foil, bake for 35 minutes, and store it in the fridge for 2-3 days. Just right before serving, top with cheese and bake for additional 10-15 minutes.
Storage instructions:
You can store this casserole dish in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Variations and substitutes:
You can use turkey meatballs or any other kind of pasta you prefer the most.
