Baked Spaghetti
Baked spaghetti is the ultimate comfort food, combining al dente pasta with layers of rich marinara sauce, seasoned ground beef, and a gooey cheese topping. This dish not only warms your heart but also brings families together around the dinner table. With its savory aroma and delightful flavor, baked spaghetti is perfect for cozy nights at home or lively potlucks. Simple to prepare and utterly satisfying, it’s a recipe you’ll want to keep in your rotation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti with meat sauce and beaten egg until well mixed.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg