Overnight Meatball and Pasta Casserole
Overnight Meatball and Pasta Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory meatballs, tender pasta, and rich marinara sauce—all baked to perfection. This easy-to-prepare dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs (beef or turkey)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked pasta, followed by the frozen meatballs and half of the marinara sauce. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Add the remaining pasta, top with more marinara sauce, and finish with the remaining cheese.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg