Dump & Bake Meatball Casserole

By Susan52

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
• 1 (25 ounce) jar marinara sauce
• 3 cups water
• 1 (14 ounce) package fully-cooked miniature (cocktail-size) meatballs (if using frozen meatballs, make sure that they are completely thawed before using)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella (or Italian blend) cheese
• Optional: Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped herbs (such as basil, oregano, and parsley) for garnish

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Adapted from theseasonedmom.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

In a large baking dish (about 9 x 13-inches), stir together uncooked pasta, marinara sauce, water, and meatballs. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Uncover; stir.

Sprinkle mozzarella over the top and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes (or until cheese is melted and pasta is tender