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Baked Spaghetti Casserole

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Baked Spaghetti Casserole

 

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb ground beef (or Italian sausage)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 24 oz marinara sauce (or your favorite pasta sauce)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
  • Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Meat Sauce:
    • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef (or sausage) over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
    • Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
    • Stir in the marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes to let the flavors combine.
  4. Assemble the Casserole:
    • In the greased baking dish, add half of the cooked spaghetti, spreading it out evenly.
    • Spoon half of the meat sauce over the spaghetti, then top with dollops of ricotta cheese (if using).
    • Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
    • Add the remaining spaghetti on top, followed by the rest of the meat sauce.
    • Finish with the remaining mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
  5. Bake:
    • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
    • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve:
    • Let the baked spaghetti rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
    • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.

Tips:

  • Make it ahead: You can prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if it’s cold from the fridge.
  • Customize: Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach to the meat sauce for extra flavor and nutrition.

Enjoy your delicious baked spaghetti casserole!

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