Baked Spaghetti Recipe
A cozy and easy-to-make baked spaghetti dish with layers of pasta, savory beef, and melted cheese that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Uncooked spaghetti
- 4 cups Marinara sauce
- ½ medium Chopped onion
- ½ teaspoon Dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Pepper
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and adjust the rack to the top third of the oven.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the spaghetti and cook for 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Drain the spaghetti and transfer it to a 9x13 casserole dish.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes over medium-high heat. Stir until the beef is browned and the onions are soft, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then, add the marinara sauce to the skillet, stirring until warmed through.
- Pour the beef and sauce mixture over the spaghetti in the casserole dish. Toss everything gently to coat the spaghetti evenly. Spread the mixture evenly across the dish.
Baking
- Top the spaghetti mixture with mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- If desired, broil for a couple of minutes to lightly brown the cheese. Let the dish sit for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like.
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente, use fresh ingredients for better flavor, and cover while baking if the cheese browns too quickly.
- Pair with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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