Spaghetti Pie Casserole
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and comforting Spaghetti Pie Casserole! Combining the best flavors of classic Italian cuisine, this baked dish features a crispy spaghetti "crust" layered with creamy ricotta, savory marinara sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella. The addition of ground beef or Italian sausage, sautéed with garlic and onions, adds a robust, meaty depth to every bite. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a golden, bubbly finish in the oven, this casserole is perfect for feeding a hungry family or serving at your next gathering. Slice it up like a pie for a fun and unexpected twist on traditional spaghetti! Plus, it’s easy to make ahead and reheat, making your dinner planning stress-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9-inch pie dish or casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the ground beef or Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through. Drain any excess fat if needed.
Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Add the cooked spaghetti and grated Parmesan cheese, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
Transfer the spaghetti mixture into the prepared pie or casserole dish, pressing it down gently to form a crust.
Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the spaghetti crust, then layer half of the shredded mozzarella on top.
Pour the meat and marinara sauce mixture evenly over the cheese layers.
Top with the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Spaghetti Pie Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.8 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.3 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1064 mg | 355% | |
| Sodium | 6965 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.2 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 231.9 g | 464% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3729 mg | 287% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 1823 mg | 39% | |
*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.
