Feel free to substitute other types of pasta, such as penne or elbow macaroni. For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato sauce mixture. If you don't have Italian bread crumbs, you can use regular bread crumbs mixed with a little Italian seasoning. To prevent the bread crumbs from burning, you can tent the casserole dish with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking. This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Leftover Meatloaf Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS21
Transform yesterday's meatloaf into a comforting and satisfying casserole! This recipe combines tender pasta, savory meatloaf, sweet corn, and a medley of cheeses, all baked to golden perfection in a rich tomato sauce. It's a delicious and resourceful way to enjoy leftovers.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate56 g
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Cholesterol52 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein20 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium516 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
02
StepBring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
03
StepWhile the pasta is cooking, prepare the meatloaf mixture. In a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish, mash the leftover meatloaf. Add the frozen corn and mix thoroughly.
04
StepIn a separate bowl, combine the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, dried basil, dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and white sugar. Stir until well combined.
05
StepOnce the pasta is cooked, drain it well and add it to the casserole dish with the meatloaf and corn. Pour the tomato sauce mixture over the pasta and meatloaf, mixing everything together until evenly coated.
06
StepTop the casserole with grated Parmesan cheese, Italian bread crumbs, and shredded Cheddar cheese, ensuring an even layer.
07
StepBake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown, approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
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Chaz Marks
Jun 27, 2025Yes, this recipe can be frozen before baking. After assembling the casserole, cover it tightly with foil and freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bake as directed, adding about 15-20 minutes to the baking time.
Abby Wunsch
Jun 27, 2025This was a great way to use up leftover meatloaf! My kids loved it.
Garnett Weissnat
Jun 2, 2025So easy and delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.
Vida Cronin
May 29, 2025I used gluten-free pasta and breadcrumbs and it worked perfectly!
Burdette Hoeger
May 26, 2025This is my new favorite recipe. Thank you for sharing!
Mertie Sanford
May 23, 2025Great recipe! I added a can of diced tomatoes to the sauce and it gave it a nice tang.
Makenna Waters
May 6, 2025Can this recipe be frozen
Santiago Hirthe
Apr 9, 2025I added some diced bell peppers and onions for extra flavor and it turned out amazing!