This Easy Spaghetti Meatball Bake is a quick, family-friendly casserole that works great on busy weeknights. Kids and adults alike love this comforting dish.
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How to Make Easy Spaghetti Meatball Bake in an Oven
Aunt Lou here. Spaghetti is a favorite in our house, especially for picky eaters, so I often make a spaghetti meatball bake. I usually prepare it in a slow cooker, but this oven version is just as tasty and comes together faster. Once the spaghetti is cooked, the casserole is assembled in minutes and only needs about 20 minutes in the oven. It’s ideal for hectic evenings when you want something satisfying without a lot of fuss. The family always enjoys the hearty flavor and cheesy finish.
What You Will Need for Easy Spaghetti Meatball Bake
Ingredients Needed
- 26 oz bag frozen meatballs, thawed
- 8 oz thin spaghetti, cooked al dente
- 24 oz jar marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh shredded Parmesan, optional
- Cooking spray
Equipment Needed
- Medium pot
- Strainer
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- 9×13 baking dish
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 15 to 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 to 25 minutes at 375°F (190°C)
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- Oven Variations: All ovens cook differently. Use the suggested time as a guideline and adjust as needed for your oven.
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Easy Spaghetti Meatball Bake
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Ingredients
- 26 oz Bag Frozen Meatballs thawed
- 8 oz thin spaghetti cooked al dente (half of a 16 oz box)
- 24 oz Marinara Sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- fresh shredded Parmesan optional garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In the same pot used to cook the spaghetti, combine the cooked spaghetti, marinara sauce, garlic powder, dried basil and Italian seasoning. Stir until evenly coated.
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Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish and spread the spaghetti mixture evenly across the bottom.
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Arrange the thawed meatballs evenly over the spaghetti.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top.
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Bake 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatballs are heated through.
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Serve with optional fresh shredded Parmesan on top.
Notes
- Substitutions: Use your favorite pasta shape or swap store-bought meatballs for homemade if preferred.
- Make-ahead: Assemble in the dish, cover and refrigerate for a day. Add a few extra minutes to bake if cold from the fridge.
- Nutrition: Values shown are estimates and will vary depending on brands and portion sizes.
- Oven times may vary; check that cheese is bubbly and meatballs are hot before serving.
Nutrition
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