Spinach Beef Spaghetti Pie
Transform your dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Spinach Beef Spaghetti Pie, a delightful twist on classic baked pasta dishes. Featuring a creative spaghetti "crust" enhanced with Parmesan for a crispy, cheesy base, this dish layers savory ground beef simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce with a creamy ricotta and spinach filling. Topped with gooey mozzarella and baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make pie is perfect for family dinners or potlucks. With just 20 minutes of prep, 40 minutes of cooking, and a generous six servings, it’s a satisfying, all-in-one meal brimming with comforting flavors. Whether you're seeking a unique spaghetti recipe, a spinach-packed dinner idea, or a crowd-pleasing baked pasta, this Spinach Beef Spaghetti Pie is your go-to dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10 ounces spinach
- 1 pounds ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 as needed nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9-inch pie dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes.
While the sauce simmers, melt the butter in a small saucepan. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter, then stir in the Parmesan cheese.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the egg mixture and toss to coat. Transfer the spaghetti mixture into the prepared pie dish, pressing it down to form a crust along the bottom and sides.
In another bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the spinach (ensure it is drained if using frozen spinach) and mix well.
Spread the spinach and ricotta mixture over the spaghetti crust evenly.
Spoon the meat sauce over the spinach layer and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top of the pie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Spinach Beef Spaghetti Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.2 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1014 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 924 mg | 20% | |
*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.
