Fantastic Meatball Casserole
This meatball casserole is a warm, comforting, and quick midweek supper option. This tomato-rich pasta meal takes only a few minutes to prepare and handles the most of the work in the oven, allowing you to focus on other tasks.
Yield: 4
Materials
- 1 16 ounce package Barilla uncooked rotini pasta
- 1 25 ounce jar marinara sauce
- 3 cups water
- 1 14 ounce package fully-cooked miniature (cocktail-size) meatballs (if using frozen meatballs, make sure that they are completely thawed before using)
- 2 cups Kraft shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
- Optional: Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped herbs such as basil, oregano, and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a large baking dish, stir together uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, and meatballs. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover; stir.
- Sprinkle mozzarella over the top and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes (or until cheese is melted and pasta is tender).
- ENJOY!!