Meatball Casserole Parmesan
Meatball Casserole Parmesan is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender meatballs, gooey mozzarella, and rich marinara sauce into a hearty dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole is a crowd-pleaser that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground beef and Italian seasoning; form into bite-sized meatballs.
- Brown meatballs in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add marinara sauce to the skillet; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the pasta, followed by half of the meatball mixture and half of the cheeses. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: To make it your own, swap the pasta for whole grain or gluten-free options, add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers, or use different cheeses for a unique flavor twist.