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Savory baked spaghetti casserole with meatballs and melted cheese.

Meatball Casserole

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 306 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces uncooked short pasta ziti or rotini
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 14-ounce-package frozen precooked meatballs thawed
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  • In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, combine the pasta, marinara sauce, broth, meatballs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
    Savory meatball and pasta baked dish in a rectangular white baking dish.
  • Wrap the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes. Take off the foil, stir, and ensure the pasta is al dente.
    Covered baking dish wrapped in aluminum foil for baking or storing baked goods.
  • Evenly sprinkle mozzarella on top, then bake uncovered for 5-10 more minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh basil for garnish.
    Savory meatball baked pasta casserole with melted cheese and fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 14gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 534mgFiber: 2g
Keyword Meatball Casserole
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