Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Meatball Pasta Bake, a delightful 30-minute meal that blends tender pasta, savory meatballs, and gooey cheese into a satisfying dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) penne pasta
- 1 lb (450g) frozen meatballs
- 2 cups (480ml) marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups (170g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain without rinsing.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta with marinara sauce, meatballs, half of the mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg