Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs is an easy make-ahead meal that can go from fridge to oven to table in only 40 minutes. This meal is sure to be a favorite for adults and kids alike.

Pasta has always been a family favorite, but the oven takes it to the next level! This is an easy way to keep this classic weeknight meal easy, but also making it a little bit interesting. For more, check out Grilled Pizzas, Quick Calzones or Asian Chicken Spaghetti with Peanuts!

Ingredient List

For the recipe:

12 ounces Spaghetti noodles
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
16 ounces frozen fully-cooked meatballs
1 jar (24 oz) pasta sauce
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

For the Pasta

In a large pot, cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions. Drain; reserving ½ cup pasta water.
Transfer drained pasta to 13×9 baking dish, sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Toss pasta with olive oil, minced onion, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
Arrange meatballs over the top of pasta. Top with pasta sauce and reserved pasta water. Gently toss until meatballs and pasta are fully coated with sauce.
Sprinkle Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
Cover with foil and refrigerate until ready to bake.
To bake, remove from the refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature while preheating oven to 350o. Bake covered for 30 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Pasta has always been a family favorite, but the oven takes it to the next level! This is an easy way to keep this classic weeknight meal easy, but also making it a little bit interesting. For more, check out Grilled Pizzas, Quick Calzones or Asian Chicken Spaghetti with Peanuts!