Baked Spaghetti Recipe: Hearty and Cheesy
Classic Baked Spaghetti with meaty sauce and cheesy topping.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese optional
- Optional: Fresh parsley Parmesan
- Suggested Pairings: Garlic bread red wine
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti al dente; drain.
- Cook beef, onion; add garlic, spices, tomatoes. Simmer 10 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
- Toss spaghetti with sauce, ricotta (if using).
- In a greased white ceramic dish, layer half spaghetti, half cheeses, repeat. Bake at 375°F 20–25 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley; serve with garlic bread, wine.
Notes
- Cook pasta al dente to avoid mushiness.
- Store in the fridge for 4 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try gluten-free or vegan variations.
- Pair with salad.