Super Simple Eye Talian Meatball Casserole
Transform weeknight dinners with this Super Simple Eye Talian Meatball Casserole—a hearty, family-friendly dish that combines tender penne pasta, savory marinara sauce, and irresistibly cheesy layers with classic Italian flavors. Featuring frozen fully-cooked meatballs for ultimate convenience and seasoned with garlic powder and Italian herbs, this casserole comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time. Baked to bubbly perfection, each layer is packed with mozzarella and Parmesan, creating a rich, gooey finish that's impossible to resist. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole will be your new go-to comfort food. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm for an unforgettable twist on Italian-inspired classics. Keywords: Simple Italian casserole, meatball pasta bake, cheesy pasta dinner, easy family meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces frozen fully cooked meatballs
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 24 ounces marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a tablespoon of olive oil and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions, reducing the cooking time by 1-2 minutes so the pasta is al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix well to coat the pasta evenly.
Spread half of the pasta mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating the first layer.
Add the frozen meatballs on top of the pasta layer, evenly spacing them out.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the meatballs.
Top with the remaining pasta mixture, spreading it out to cover the meatballs and cheese layer.
Finish by sprinkling the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are slightly crisp.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Super Simple Eye Talian Meatball Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1408 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.7 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
