Description
Baked Spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and satisfaction to any dinner table. This easy-to-make casserole combines spaghetti pasta, seasoned ground beef, rich marinara sauce, and a gooey blend of cheeses baked to perfection. Ideal for family dinners or potlucks, this dish is versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables or additional spices, making it a delicious canvas for creativity. Whether you’re seeking a quick weeknight meal or a cozy gathering with friends, Baked Spaghetti is sure to please everyone with its hearty flavors and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces spaghetti pasta (white or whole wheat)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ¾ cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 48 ounces marinara sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (divided)
- 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté onion for about 2 minutes. Add ground beef, cooking until browned; then drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
- Mix in ¼ cup Parmesan cheese followed by cooked spaghetti until well coated.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg