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Baked Penne and Meatball Casserole Golden Grain Penne

Baked Penne and Meatball Casserole

Instead of spaghetti, this recipe uses Golden Grain Penne for a simple casserole your family will love.

  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 50 min
  • Serves: 6
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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Golden Grain Penne
  • 8 ounces frozen Italian-style meatballs
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, any flavor
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

 

Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  3. Combine pasta, meatballs, pasta sauce and 1 cup cheese in a large bowl; mix well. Turn into a lightly greased 2-1/2 quart shallow baking dish; cover.
  4. Bake 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  5. Uncover, top with remaining 1 cup cheese and parsley. Bake 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.