Spaghetti Bake
Elevate your pasta night with this comforting and cheesy Spaghetti Bake, a crowd-pleasing casserole that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a flavorful marinara-based meat sauce with savory garlic, onion, and Italian seasoning, this dish is layered with melty mozzarella and nutty Parmesan for the ultimate baked perfection. Prepared in just under an hour, this recipe combines the ease of a simple pasta dish with the satisfying appeal of a baked casserole. Serve it straight from the oven with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color and flavor. Keywords: Spaghetti Bake, cheesy casserole, baked pasta recipe, easy comfort food, family dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until just shy of al dente (about 1 minute less than the package instructions). Drain and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti with the meat sauce and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well to ensure the spaghetti is evenly coated.
Transfer half of the spaghetti mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
Add the remaining spaghetti mixture as the next layer, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
Remove the spaghetti bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.1 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1000 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 215 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
