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Meatball Casserole

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Meatball Casserole is a hearty and cheesy Italian-style baked dish made with meatballs, marinara sauce, and melty cheese. It’s a comforting, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy nights or potlucks.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 to 2 lbs meatballs (homemade or frozen pre-cooked)
  • 3 cups marinara or spaghetti sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Olive oil or nonstick spray for greasing the baking dish
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. If using frozen meatballs, thaw according to package instructions or bake briefly to heat through.
  3. Spread a small amount of marinara sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. Arrange the meatballs evenly in the dish.
  5. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs.
  6. If using ricotta, dollop spoonfuls throughout the dish.
  7. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Sprinkle Italian seasoning across the surface.
  9. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Use store-bought or homemade meatballs for convenience or freshness.Layer in cooked pasta for a one-pan pasta bake version.Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end if you prefer a golden-brown cheese top.This dish is freezer-friendly—bake, cool, and freeze, or freeze unbaked.Try different cheeses like provolone or a three-cheese blend for variety.

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