The jarred variety is great to lean on for quick meals when you’re short on time.

We suggest adding a jar of marinara sauce (or two!)

to your cart when you’re at the grocery store to keep in the pantry at all times.

Southern Living Pizza Casserole with a serving scooped out to eat

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Pull Apart Pizza Bread

Bundt pans aren’t just for cakes.

This pizza bread recipe uses jarred sauce and refrigerated biscuit dough to help it come together easily.

Zucchini Lasagna

Three types of cheese make this casserole a crowd-pleaser.

Pull-Apart Pizza Bread

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Meatball Pasta Bake

Orange juice and orange zest add a touch of brightness to this baked casserole.

Eggplant Rollups

This five-ingredient dinner calls on eggplants instead of lasagna noodles to create rollups.

Slow Cooker Pasta Bake

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Southern Living Stuffed Shells in the baking dish to serve

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Zucchini Lasagna

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Baked Ziti and Meatballs

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Meatball Pasta Bake

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Baked Zucchini Fries

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Eggplant Rollups

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Baked Ziti with Summer Vegetables

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