Description

This baked spaghetti casserole brings comfort food to a new level. With layers of seasoned meat, rich tomato sauce, and gooey melted cheese baked over perfectly cooked spaghetti, it’s a dish that warms the soul and satisfies the belly. Ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or make-ahead freezer meals, this casserole delivers hearty flavors and makes cleanup a breeze. Pair it with garlic bread and a salad, and you’ve got a dinner that everyone will ask for again and again.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
1 lb ground beef
1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
1 cup ricotta cheese
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook spaghetti 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in marinara sauce, oregano, and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
In a bowl, combine egg, ricotta cheese, and a bit of salt and pepper.
Mix half of the sauce with the spaghetti.
Layer half of the spaghetti in the baking dish. Add the ricotta mixture, then top with the remaining spaghetti.
Pour the rest of the sauce on top. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until golden.
Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American