For a richer flavor, consider using homemade marinara sauce. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as provolone or fontina. If you want a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. To prevent the pasta from sticking together while cooking, add a tablespoon of olive oil to the boiling water. You can assemble the casserole ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.
Meatball Pasta Bake
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS36
Dive into a comforting, crowd-pleasing Meatball Pasta Bake, where perfectly cooked ziti and savory meatballs meld together in a rich marinara sauce, topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella and Parmesan. A guaranteed family favorite!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate77 g
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Cholesterol108 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein38 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium1277 mg
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.
02 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes less than the package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain pasta. (Approximately 8 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add marinara sauce and ricotta cheese; mix to combine. Add cooked pasta and mix to combine. Season with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. (Approximately 10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Cover the bottom of the prepared baking dish with a layer of sauce without meatballs. Sprinkle 1 cup mozzarella cheese on top. Add another layer of sauce with meatballs on top and sprinkle with 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Add another layer of 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Add the rest of the sauce and meatball mixture on top, followed by remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 20 to 30 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View Remove foil and bake until cheese starts to turn golden brown, 10 to 20 minutes. Enjoy!
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Patsy Doyle
Jun 3, 2025Easy to follow and absolutely delicious. Will definitely make again!
Shanon Simonis
May 26, 2025I added some sautéed vegetables like onions and peppers to the sauce for extra flavor and nutrition. Delicious!
August Hintzpollich
Apr 23, 2025I used gluten-free pasta, and it worked great!
Dawn Altenwerth
Feb 26, 2025This recipe was a lifesaver for a busy weeknight! My family loved it!
Berniece Balistreri
Dec 24, 2024The bake time was perfect, and the cheese was perfectly melted and bubbly.