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Meatball Casserole

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A hearty and comforting meatball casserole made with pasta, marinara, and melted mozzarella cheese, all baked together in one dish. Perfect for an easy family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried pasta (like ziti, rotini, penne, etc)
  • 28 to 32 ounces frozen meatballs, thawed
  • 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 3 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
  • Fresh parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
  2. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. Add the dried pasta, thawed meatballs, marinara sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes to the dish.
  4. Stir well and press the pasta down so it is mostly covered by the liquid.
  5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  6. Check if the pasta is al dente. If not, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Once the pasta is al dente, remove from the oven and sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
  8. Return to the oven uncovered and bake for 5 to 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken meatballs for a lighter option.
  • Use whole wheat pasta for added fiber.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.

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